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October 28, 2005

The One Speaker, One Wire Surround Sound Solution

If you're looking for the highest quality home theater sound system that installs in minutes (without running speaker wires all over your room), the Binaura Sound Environment is an ideal solution.

(PRWEB) October 28, 2005 -- Forget about speaker wires cluttering your house and a tedious, infuriating set-up process. The Binaura Sound Environment is a one speaker, one wire surround sound system. Binaura Sound Environment delivers the highest quality home theater sound from any 5.1 channel surround source.

"Its choice of colors makes it decor friendly, and it is compact and easy to install and use. And, yet, upon my every test, I was impressed by what I heard-- a richness and complexity of sound beyond what should logically emanate from one small loudspeaker cabinet and a subwoofer." - Chris Chiarella (Home Theater Magazine, 11/2005)

So how do you get such a phenomenal sound environment from just one simple solid wood speaker cabinet and a subwoofer? When you hear a sound from your left, your left ear hears it first, then your right ear. As a sound source moves around you, the delay from one ear to the other changes. Your brain interprets these delays and "maps" the source of the sound in your environment.

Binaura technology uses a combination of signal delay processing and the physical configuration of the speaker enclosure to re-create this sound mapping. By taking full advantage of the multi-channel audio signals in a movie's soundtrack, Binaura can vividly create the experience of a huge sound field.

Binaura also decodes and reproduces a masterful stereo image from any 2-channel source such as a TV or CD player. Adjustable center-channel volume and subwoofer volume allows you to hear conversation more clearly and boosts the sound effects of action-packed movies.

Binaura is available online at firstSTREETonline.com, a Top 400 Internet retailer, for only $499.00.

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ElectroGeek Launches New Low Cost, Flat Rate On-Site Computer Support Services in the Chicago Metro Area

ElectroGeek, Inc.’s New, Low Cost, Flat Rate Computer Support Services are a Welcome Alternative to Best Buy’s Geek Squad.

(PRWEB) October 28, 2005 -- Glenview, Illinois based Electrogeek, Inc. a.k.a. “ElectroGeek” and “Electrogeek.com” has set out on a mission to provide affordable computer support services and deeply discounted consumer electronics to the masses. The company is currently marketing its low cost, flat rate, on-site and remote computer support services in the Chicago Metro area to residential and business customers.

Value
“People are tired of paying high prices for computer support,” said Randy Lipnitzky, President and founder of ElectroGeek. “I wanted to create a computer support services company which not only provides high quality, courteous and friendly service, but one that is affordable as well.” ElectroGeek’s pricing is based on a flat rate charge per service. “Unlike companies that charge by the hour, our flat rate pricing ensures that the customer knows how much the service will cost before we arrive at their home or office.” Current pricing for ElectroGeek’s services are about $20 less per service than Geek Squad’s comparable services.

Services Offered
ElectroGeek’s computer support services include installing new hard drives, memory, software, CD, DVD or Storage drives, video cards and other peripherals. In addition they remove viruses, spyware and perform computer setup, troubleshooting, maintenance and a wide range of other computer support services. If you want to surf the web from your Pocket PC, laptop or other device on your own wireless home network, they can get you setup to do that too.

Discount Consumer Electronics
In addition to providing computer support services ElectroGeek markets consumer electronics at deeply discounted, below retail pricing. If you’re in the market for a Pocket PC, GPS Navigation System, Digital Camera, MP3 Player or other consumer electronics item you can visit them on-line at http://www.electrogeek.com

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Mainland China and Taiwan Production of Set-top Boxes Expected to Top 28 Million Units in 2005 – up 64 Percent

Global Sources’ (NASDAQ: GSOL) China Sourcing Report: Set-top Boxes shows that in 2005 mainland China and Taiwan production of set-top boxes is expected to top 28 million units – up 64 percent from 2004. Exports are expected to top 20 million units – up 53 percent from 2004.

(PRWEB) October 28, 2005 -- Global Sources’ (NASDAQ: GSOL) China Sourcing Report: Set-top Boxes shows that in 2005 mainland China and Taiwan production of set-top boxes is expected to top 28 million units – up 64 percent from 2004. Exports are expected to top 20 million units – up 53 percent from 2004.

Set-top boxes are used to receive cable and satellite TV broadcasts. Some units also perform internet functions.

Report publisher Mark Saunderson said: “Together, mainland China and Taiwan supply about 60 percent of all global shipments of set-top boxes.

“The spread of digital television is driving growth. Between 2006 and 2010, many developed countries are expected to switch from analog to digital TV transmission. By 2015, all TV transmission in mainland China is expected to be digital.”

Makers produce digital TV decoders, cable TV boxes, satellite receivers and Internet-capable set-top boxes.

Saunderson added: “Competition is growing in this segment, with many companies reducing export prices. All interviewed suppliers have made, or are in the process of making, price cuts of five percent or more.

“In the next two years makers are expected to concentrate on product development for the automotive market. New in-vehicle set-top products are expected to be capable of Internet functions and high-definition TV reception.”

The 115-page report profiles 36 leading suppliers. It also provides specifications for 110 popular export products and provides analysis of industry pricing, production capacity, research and development spending and manufacturing processes. Global Sources’ China Bureau compiled the report from on-site factory visits, face-to-face interviews and extensive questionnaires.

China Sourcing Report: Set-top Boxes is the latest title in the Global Sources China Sourcing Report series. The reports help buyers make better-informed purchasing decisions. They complement Global Sources' sourcing and product information services, which include Global Sources and Asian Sources trade magazines, Global Sources Online, Global Sources Direct and China Sourcing Fairs.

The China Sourcing Report: Set-top Boxes is available at www.globalsources.com/astj/stbcsrpress for US$495.

About Global Sources
Global Sources is a leading business-to-business (B2B) media company and a primary facilitator of two-way trade with Greater China. It provides sourcing information to volume buyers and integrated marketing services to suppliers.

The company helps its community of more than 463,000 active buyers to source more profitably from complex, overseas supply markets. With the goal of providing as many effective ways as possible to advertise, market and sell, Global Sources enables suppliers to sell to hard-to-reach buyers in 230 countries.

The company offers the most extensive range of media and export marketing services in the industries it serves. Suppliers using its four primary channels – online marketplaces, magazines, trade shows and direct online sales – are supported by its advertising creative, education programs and online content management applications.

Global Sources delivers information on 1.4 million products and more than 130,000 suppliers annually through 10 leading online marketplaces and monthly magazines, more than 90 sourcing research reports, and 14 China Sourcing Fairs and other trade shows. Global Sources Direct is the company’s new initiative that will help suppliers sell through eBay. Buyers send 5 million inquiries annually to suppliers through Global Sources Online (www.globalsources.com) alone.

In mainland China, Global Sources has a 24-year track record and more than 1,300 team members in 44 locations. Its services are backed by 35 years experience as a trade magazine publisher, 14 years as an organizer of trade shows, and 10 years as an online marketplace operator.

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Crossware ColdFire Suite Builds Freescale's Trio MP3 Application

Crossware, a leading embedded software tools developer, has released a new version of its ColdFire® Development Suite which is able to build the Trio MP3 application software developed by Freescale Semiconductor for use by its ColdFire customers.

CAMBRIDGE, UK (PRWEB) October 28, 2005 -- Crossware (www.crossware.com), a leading embedded software tools developer, has released a new version of its ColdFire® Development Suite which is able to build the Trio MP3 application software developed by Freescale Semiconductor for use by its ColdFire customers.

Based on the Flex real time operating system, the Trio MP3 application runs on the ColdFire MCF5249 and SCF5250 microprocessors. It includes not only an MP3 decoder and encoder but decoders for Microsoft Windows Media Audio (WMA), Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), Ogg Vorbis and other format files. These files can optionally reside on a hard drive, CD drive or SD card.

“In adding support for the Trio MP3 application, we are responding to the rapid growth of interest in compressed audio technology which looks set to extend well beyond the portable device and home entertainment environments into markets such as automotive,” says Alan Harry of Crossware.

“With the introduction of our new version of the ColdFire suite, users now have a choice of development environment for this increasingly popular and expanding application - and can take advantage of the enhancements to our Embedded Development Studio which will speed the whole development process.”

Freescale supplies its Trio MP3 application as source code and a set of precompiled libraries. A set of ‘makefiles’ is also supplied which are used to control the compiler, assembler and linker during the build process. However, an enhancement to the Crossware Embedded Development Studio enables these ‘makefiles’ to be used to automatically create the files necessary for the application to be built from within Crossware’s user friendly GUI development environment.

For example, the user has simply to browse to the folder containing the master ‘makefile’ and the Embedded Development Studio will create the completely configured development Workspace in less than 30 seconds. The application can then be immediately built, downloaded and run on the target board. Flash videos illustrating the Workspace creation, build and download process are available on the Crossware web site at: http://www.crossware.com/mp3player.

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Media contact:
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Crossware
Tel: + 44 (0) 1763 853500
fax + 44 (0) 1763 853330

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Fujitsu announces next family members of 32-bit RISC Microcontroller series

Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe introduces two new, feature-rich, 32-bit microcontrollers to complement its portfolio of microcontrollers designed with the company’s proprietary FRLite core. These latest products are ideally suited to automotive and industrial applications, offering end users a cost-effective solution with 32-bit performance. Samples are available now, with mass production commencing at the end of 2005.

Frankfurt (PRWEB) October 28, 2005 -- Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe introduces two new, feature-rich, 32-bit microcontrollers to complement its portfolio of microcontrollers designed with the company’s proprietary FRLite core. These latest products are ideally suited to automotive and industrial applications, offering end users a cost-effective solution with 32-bit performance. Samples are available now, with mass production commencing at the end of 2005.

The MB91F272 is housed in a 100-pin LQFP package, which is pin compatible with Fujitsu’s successful 16-bit MB90340 microcontroller, and contains the 32-bit FR RISC core, 256kB on-board Flash memory, 10kB RAM and CAN interface, as well as peripherals including, 7 UARTs supporting LIN, a 24-channel 10-bit A/D converter, and 3 I2C interfaces.

The MB91F252, however, comes in a 120-pin QFP package, and features 512kB Flash memory, 16kB RAM and other enhanced peripherals that include 2 CAN interfaces and a 32-channel A/D converter.

Both products are designed in Fujitsu’s proven 0.35µm embedded Flash technology, and operate from a single 5V supply, at a frequency of 32MHz. Additional features include C-CAN with 32 message buffers, a sub/clock option and a clock modulator to improve EMC behaviour.

The MB91F272 microcontroller is supported by the Accemic MDE (Monitor Debugging Environment), which enables powerful, state-of-the-art debugging.

For customers wishing to start software development immediately, the MB90340 starter-kit (Flash-CAN-100P-340) is available with the adaptor (ADA-91270-90340-100PFV).

Fujitsu’s 32-bit optimised RISC core reduces die size, power consumption and design turnaround time. By using the same architecture as the FR family, upgrades to a much higher performance are easily achieved.

The MB91F272 complements Fujitsu’s FRLite MCU series for LCD control (MB91230) and for 3-phase motor control (MB91260) applications. Full application and design support is offered throughout Europe by Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe in Frankfurt, where the company’s European Microcontroller Design Centre is based.

About Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe

Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is a major supplier of semiconductor and plasma display products. The company provides advanced systems solutions to the automotive, digital TV, mobile telephony, networking and industrial markets. Engineers from design centres dedicated to microcontrollers, mixed-signal, wireless, FRAM, multimedia ICs and ASIC products work closely with FME's marketing and sales teams throughout Europe to help satisfy customers' system development requirements.

This solutions approach is supported by a broad range of advanced semiconductor devices, IP and building blocks as well as leading-edge Plasma Display Panels. For more information visit FME's website at http://emea.fujitsu.com/microelectronics

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October 27, 2005

StorageQuest & Primera Target SMB’s with DVD Backup & Archive Solution to Replace Tape Autoloaders

StorageQuest Inc. today announced it has certified its REFLECTOR Backup and Archival Software with the recently introduced Bravo XR Disc Publisher from Primera Technology, Inc. This is the first DVD backup solution to challenge the low-to-mid range tape autoloaders providing an archival and backup solution for compliancy with an industry standard TRUE WORM media.

Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- StorageQuest Inc. today announced it has certified its REFLECTOR Backup and Archival Software with the recently introduced Bravo XR Disc Publisher from Primera Technology, Inc. This is the first DVD backup solution to challenge the low-to-mid range tape autoloaders providing an archival and backup solution for compliancy with an industry standard TRUE WORM media.

Until today, tape autoloaders have been utilized in most small and medium business applications for backup of critical data. Tape based solutions have always had reliability concerns and used proprietary formats to record data, making data exchange expensive as all systems must have a tape drive and associated software to read the tape.

Today this has all changed. StorageQuest’s REFLECTOR backup and archival application, when combined with Primera’s new Bravo XR, is setting a new standard in how users will implement and utilize DVD technology as an integrated storage solution to meet backup and archival requirements of their data in an open and very cost effective way.

REFLECTOR’s Disk-to-Disc architecture is designed to enable businesses to move from tape to DVD disc backup for compliant long-term data protection. REFLECTOR’s long-term data protection features include file spanning, file splitting and optical disc labeling. File spanning automatically records optical discs for any backup dataset and optimally packs the data requiring the smallest number of discs. File splitting allows files larger than a single piece of optical media to split across multiple discs. Split files can be restored without using the REFLECTOR software on any operating system. The REFLECTOR software uses the industry standard UDF (Universal Disc Format) so that any data written to a DVD can be read on any Windows, Linux, UNIX or MAC OS X system without any client software. When you consider that just about every server, desktop and laptop is shipped with a DVD drive, there is no special hardware or software required to retrieve your data.

REFLECTOR will also automatically print a full-size, full-color, dynamic label on each DVD disc with the fields and information the user has specified during the setup process, making each disc is easily identifiable. Unique bar-codes can also be printed.

“This announcement is more than just a certification process. It marks for the first time that there is a network-enabled backup and archive application supporting an automated, optical, rack-mounted data storage solution,” said Fred Bedard, StorageQuest’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “There is now a backup solution that provides a very cost effective solution for compliant storage utilizing industry standard DVD, which is TRUE WORM by design. This is a key differentiator between our solution and magnetic disk and tape solutions which ’emulate‘ WORM technology and are being touted as compliant storage solutions. When you consider a magnetic WORM tape can be erased by any standard magnetic eraser tool you have to ask how it can also be compliant. Another key differentiator is our breakthrough in price: for less than $4,000.00, you can have a network-enabled backup and archival solution that not only writes your data to standard DVD’s, but also prints a full-color label for easy identification of each disc’s contents. Try doing this with a tape solution.”

“With its unique, space-saving design and rugged construction, Bravo XR is our most versatile CD/DVD publishing unit ever,” said Mark D. Strobel, Primera Technology’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “When integrated with StorageQuest’s REFLECTOR Software, users in ‘mission critical’ applications will find it to be a highly-reliable solution at a far more affordable price than traditional tape based solutions.”

Pricing and Availability
The StorageQuest REFLECTOR Backup & Archive Software is priced at US$795 MSRP for a complete network-enabled solution for the Primera Bravo XR Disc Publisher. The Bravo XR Disc Publisher is priced at US$2995 MSRP. The Rack Mount Kit is US$99.95. Both the Reflector and Bravo XR Disc Publisher are currently shipping from StorageQuest and Primera resellers worldwide.

About StorageQuest
Since its inception in 1998, StorageQuest has pioneered software technology, product and open solutions that continue to drive the evolution of Net-attached optical storage. StorageQuest storage solutions include network attached appliances, storage management software backup/archive applications and services providing seamless storage management for open network environments. StorageQuest, Inc. is headquartered in Ottawa, ON Canada; www.StorageQuest.com.

About Primera Technology
Headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, U.S.A., Primera Technology, Inc. is the world’s leading developer and manufacturer of CD/DVD duplication and printing equipment. Primera is known for its Composer® line of CD/DVD duplicators, Signature® line of CD/DVD printers and the world’s best-selling Bravo™ II and BravoPro™ Disc Publishers. Primera can be contacted by calling 1-800-797-2772 (USA and Canada) or +1-763-475-6676. On the web, visit www.primera.com.

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Primera Technology Media Contact: Amie Hoffner T:1-800-797-2772

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Vast Digital Signal Processing Power Promised by New Compact Circuit Board for DSP Developers

A new compact DSP TIM, the SMT368, from Sundance Multiprocessor Technology, pushes the boundaries for performance. The board features the new Xilinx Virtex-4 SX35 FPGA with 192 XtremeDSP slices, each capable of operating at 500 MHz throughput. The SMT368 promises DSP professionals, system integrators, ASIC designers, digital design and prototyping engineers the ideal platform for their work and to help speed their products to market.

(PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- A new compact DSP TIM, the SMT368, from Sundance Multiprocessor Technology, pushes the boundaries for performance. The board features the new Xilinx Virtex-4 SX35 FPGA with 192 XtremeDSP slices, each capable of operating at 500 MHz throughput. The SMT368 promises DSP professionals, system integrators, ASIC designers, digital design and prototyping engineers the ideal platform for their work and to help speed their products to market.

A copious 35,000 logic cells are available for customer designs, allowing them to create complex functions such as hundreds of intermediate frequency (IF) to baseband down conversions in radio applications. A 128X chip rate greatly enhances the design process of digital systems using spread spectrum techniques. The SMT368 is also highly capable for high definition H.264 and MPEG-4 encode/decode algorithms. Measuring only 105mm by 65mm and weighing in at a measly 58g the board is easy to integrate in any application.

In a modular TIM system, the SMT368 integrates with a large range of other DSP/FPGA modules and it is easy to connect to and interface with a host computer. In addition, the SLB (Sundance LVDS Bus) interface provides connection for Sundance mezzanine boards such as ADC and DAC modules for data acquisition or software radio systems.

Commenting for Sundance, Flemming Christensen, Sundance managing director said, “Time to market is a key concern for all developers. The SMT368 is made for high productivity and to shorten development times.”

Sundance Multiprocessor Technology is based in the UK, and has offices in the USA and Italy. They specialise in providing design, manufacture and sales of DSP products and systems using the latest technology.

Full specifications and diagrams of the SMT368 are available on the company’s website at www.sundance.com/w.asp?p=SMT368 and further advice on selecting the right equipment for DSP projects is available on +44(0)1494 793167 in the UK or (775) 827 3103 in the USA.

More information in UK:
Justin Wheatley, Systems Manager, Sundance Multiprocessor Technology Ltd
Chiltern House, Waterside, CHESHAM, Bucks HP5 1PS
Tel. +44 (0)1494 793293 Fax. +44 (0)1494 793168
Web: www.sundance.com

More information in USA:
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4790 Caughlin Parkway #233, Reno, NV 89509-0907, USA
Tel. (775) 827 3103 Fax. (775) 827 3664
Web: www.sundance.com

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NCR Secures the First APTRA™ Edge Software Deal in Hong Kong

Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Hong Kong Branch’s ATM Network Migrates To Windows XP Platform

HONG KONG (PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) today announced Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Hong Kong Branch has selected NCR APTRA™ Edge open architecture, client-server software to power the bank’s NCR automated teller machine (ATM) network.

APTRA Edge is the world’s leading standards-based, open and vendor independent self-service software. It has a multi-tool and multi-channel architectural environment that reduces development time and operating costs, and improves time-to-market for new ATM services, security and regulatory standards. APTRA Edge provides a rich multi-media consumer platform to drive revenue by incorporating marketing and personalisation messages. By controlling the ATMs in a manner common to other modern, Web-based channels, APTRA Edge also benefits from increased flexibility and speed in launching new banking services.

Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Hong Kong Branch is the first to adopt NCR APTRA Edge software in Hong Kong, enabling it to become the first bank here to migrate its ATM network from the OS/2 platform to Microsoft® Windows® XP.

This move gives the Bank the ability to minimize the time and cost involved in developing and initiating new functions across the network. It also has the potential to deploy a single application environment across multi-vendor ATMs in the future.

“APTRA is the right application for self-service in terms of providing new business opportunities and flexible technology choices,” said Anita Tsui, sales manager of NCR’s Financial Solutions Division in Hong Kong, “We are very excited about expanding our existing relationship with Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Hong Kong Branch as they rapidly enhance their banking presence in Hong Kong. With APTRA Edge in place, the Bank will be able to continuously leverage and expand new value-added ATM applications for its customers.”

APTRA is leading the market worldwide with customers migrating to or currently using Windows-based platforms. APTRA enables advanced transactions and relationship-driven services, such as one-to-one marketing, advertising, voice guidance and intelligent Deposit solutions. Among NCR’s current APTRATM Edge customers are Halifax Bank of Scotland, Bank of America, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Bank of China and Bank of Queensland, among others.

About NCR Corporation
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is a leading global technology company helping businesses build stronger relationships with their customers. NCR’s ATMs, retail systems, Teradata® data warehouses and IT services provide Relationship Technology™ solutions that maximize the value of customer interactions and help organizations create a stronger competitive position. Based in Dayton, Ohio, NCR (www.ncr.com) employs approximately 28,300 people worldwide.

NCR and Teradata are trademarks or registered trademarks of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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Amphenol Industrial Operations Has Just Published a New Catalog Detailing Its Industrial Interconnection Products

Amphenol Industrial Operations, a manufacturer of high reliability connectors and interconnection systems for the industrial markets, has just published a new catalog detailing its industrial interconnection products for rail/mass transit, petrochemical, power generation, telecommunications, process control, and heavy equipment applications.

Sidney, NY (PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- Amphenol Industrial Operations, a manufacturer of high reliability connectors and interconnection systems for the industrial markets, has just published a new catalog detailing its industrial interconnection products for rail/mass transit, petrochemical, power generation, telecommunications, process control, and heavy equipment applications.

The 12-page, full-color catalog outlines a wide range of industrial interconnection solutions, including the Amphe-Lite, Amphe-Power, and Tru-Loc series of connectors. Details for each include applications, standards, coupling type, termination type, environmental performance, electrical performance, optional features, typical markets, and a full-color photograph.

Many of the products feature Amphenol’s patented RADSOK® contact system, which allows for more amperage and voltage through a smaller connector and is described in the catalog. RADSOK utilizes the tensile strength properties of the flat, high conductivity alloy grid for the high normal forces required for conductivity, while providing a large conductive surface area. This results in a correspondingly low voltage drop and low temperature rise while maintaining low insertion forces.

Also included in the catalog is worldwide contact information for Amphenol Industrial Operations offices and authorized distributors.

For a copy of the Amphenol/Pyle Interconnection Products catalog, please contact Judy Ogden, Amphenol Industrial Operations, Amphenol Corporation, 40-60 Delaware Ave, Sidney, NY, 13838-1395. Tel: 800/678-0141; Fax: 607/563-5351; Web: www.amphenol-industrial.com.

Reader Service Inquiries: Please forward all reader service inquiries to Judy Ogden at Amphenol Industrial Operations, Amphenol Corporation, 40-60 Delaware Ave, Sidney, NY, 13838-1395.

Editor's Note: Amphenol Industrial Operations, headquartered in a 675,000 square foot facility in Sidney, NY, provides a full range of high reliability connectors and interconnection systems specifically for the industrial markets including base stations, rail/mass transit, process control, automotive manufacturing, heavy equipment, and petrochemical/power generation. Products include ruggedized-for-industry cylindrical, fiber optic, rectangular, and industrialized versions of Amphenol’s MIL-C-5015 cylindrical, MIL-C-26482 miniature cylindrical and GT reverse bayonet cylindrical connectors. It employs more than 1,400 people and is both ISO9001 and MIL-STD-790 certified. Amphenol Industrial Operations is a division of Amphenol Corporation, Wallingford, CT, one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world, with year 2004 sales topping $1.5 billion.

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ESD Simulator from Schaffner EMC Offers Updated Ergonomic Design

Schaffner EMC Inc., a leading provider of EMI/RFI components, EMC instrumentation and test systems, has updated its NSG 438 ESD (electrostatic discharge simulator) system to provide more convenient operator control as well as to meet current and future industry standards.

Edison, NJ (PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- Schaffner EMC Inc., a leading provider of EMI/RFI components, EMC instrumentation and test systems, has updated its NSG 438 ESD (electrostatic discharge simulator) system to provide more convenient operator control as well as to meet current and future industry standards. The NSG 438 is ideal for automotive industry applications that require testing with multiple R-C (resistor-capacitor) network values.

The NSG 438 detects the occurrence of actual discharges, allowing the counter or the pre-selection counter to only register actual discharge events. This feature prevents false counts when discharges have not occurred, which is a particular advantage in long test runs where an accurate count is required. In addition, the detector threshold for a valid discharge can be adjusted for specific applications. In the case of air discharges, the effective pulse voltage present at the moment of discharge is measured and shown on the display, avoiding errors through stray discharges.

The updated system is ergonomically designed with all operator controls located conveniently on the pistol. It features a large, easy-to-read touch screen that displays all discharge settings. Users can input settings with either a virtual thumbwheel or a new, easy-to-use keypad screen that provides fast, precise data entry.

The NSG 438 is designed to meet a broad range of current industry standards, as well as future requirements for revised ESD standards proposed by ANSI and the IEC. The simulator has an elevated discharge voltage range of up to 30 kV in both air and contact discharge modes, exceeding current industry ESD test standards, which require testing at pulse voltages of 25 kV.

The NSG 438 includes pre-programmed settings for IEC/EN 61000-4-2 and ISO 10605 to ensure that correct standard settings are made automatically. The NSG 438 identifies each network’s R-C value when installed inside the simulator, greatly reducing potential operator errors when running tests to multiple standards.

Over 20 R-C networks are available for the NSG 438 to address a broad range of standards. R-C networks are optimally priced and can be purchased individually, allowing users to configure an extremely cost-effective system that supports only the specific ESD standards required for their particular testing needs.

The basic NSG 438 model is supplied with a 150 pF / 330 W network in compliance with IEC/EN 61000-4-2. Users can add appropriate network modules to accommodate other standards such as ISO 10605 and SAE J1113.

Pricing for the NSG 438 starts under $11,000. Delivery is typically four to eight weeks ARO.

Schaffner EMC, Inc., provides the world’s largest range of EMI components, EMC instrumentation and test systems for radiated and conducted interference, and advanced power supply test systems.

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Pressure Systems, Inc. Now Offers Same Day Shipment for Select Series 700 KPSI™ Level Transducers

Pressure Systems, Inc., manufacturer of KPSI™ Level and Pressure Transducers, now offers same day shipment for its most popular configuration of submersible Model 700 level transducers: 4-20mA output in level ranges of 10, 23, and 35 H2O ft. with cable lengths of 25 ft., 50 ft., and 75 ft., respectively.

Hampton, VA (PRWEB) October 27, 2005 -- Pressure Systems, Inc., manufacturer of KPSI™ Level and Pressure Transducers, now offers same day shipment for its most popular configuration of submersible Model 700 level transducers: 4-20mA output in level ranges of 10, 23, and 35 H2O ft. with cable lengths of 25 ft., 50 ft., and 75 ft., respectively. The transducer is shipped with an installed SuperDry™ vent filter for moisture protection, or an optional unattached aneroid bellows for applications where periodic maintenance is not practical and high accuracy is not required.

The availability of same day shipment for the Series 700 enables operators to get disabled equipment up and running the next day, when an order is placed by 2 P.M. EST. This is ideal for municipal applications, such as lift stations and pump control, that require as little down time as possible. Series 700 transducers are also ideal for use in surface and ground water monitoring, oceanic research, soil remediation, and well monitoring applications.

One of Pressure Systems most prolific products, the Series 700 incorporates a highly accurate pressure sensor assembly specifically designed for hostile fluids and gases.

The unit features static accuracy of up to ±0.05% FS and analog outputs from 4 mA to 20 mA, 0 VDC to 5 VDC or mV. Constructed of welded 316 SS or titanium, the transducers are type-approved by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); are UL-listed as well as FM and CSA approved; and have an IP 68 and NEMA 6P housing protection rating. In addition, the series is CE compliant to EN 61000-6-4:2001 and EN 61000-6-2:2001.

Optional lifetime lightning protection and temperature measurement output as well as custom cable lengths and custom level ranges to 700 ft. (210 m) of water are available when ordering using Pressure Systems’ standard industry-leading 5 day lead time or 2-4 day expedite service.

Pricing for a Model 700 shipped the same day commands a premium of $200 per unit in addition to the standard cost of the unit. Delivery is one business day ARO.

KPSI Level and Pressure Transducers are available from the Hampton, VA-based Pressure Systems, Inc., a world leader in the design and manufacture of precision level and pressure measurement instrumentation for environmental and aerospace test applications.

Contact:
Denise Topping, Pressure Systems, Inc.
34 Research Drive, Hampton, VA 23666
Tel: 800/678-7226; Fax: 757/865-8744
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October 26, 2005

Uclick Brings Favorite USA Today Sudoku Challenge to Verizon Wireless Get It Now-Enabled Phones

Bedminster, N.J. and Kansas City, MO - Syndication leader, uclick, in collaboration with Skava, a recognized leader in the development of mobile games, announced today that the popular number puzzle game, Sudoku (sue-DOE-koo), best known by avid USA Today readers, is now available to Verizon Wireless Get It Now® customers. This announcement marks the premier of uclick’s first mobile game application and is a significant leap forward in the company’s efforts to expand its growing catalog of mobile content.

Bedminster, N.J. and Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Syndication leader, uclick, in collaboration with Skava, a recognized leader in the development of mobile games, announced today that the popular number puzzle game, Sudoku (sue-DOE-koo), best known by avid USA Today readers, is now available to Verizon Wireless Get It Now® customers. This announcement marks the premier of uclick’s first mobile game application and is a significant leap forward in the company’s efforts to expand its growing catalog of mobile content.

Number-hungry Get It Now customers will find themselves addicted to the brain teasing Sudoku action as they try to beat the number puzzle challenge on their phone’s puzzle grid. With full access to a month’s worth of puzzles through the calendar archive feature, players will never be left without a game to play. The puzzles are updated daily Monday through Sunday and increase in difficulty over the week. To help measure a player’s performance, a personal high score feature tracks the player’s best time.

Bill Stone, vice president of marketing for Verizon Wireless, noted “We are thrilled to add uclick’s Sudoku puzzle game to our Get It Now line-up – from classic arcade games of the 80s to the latest craze, such as Sudoku, Get It Now offers Verizon Wireless customers innovative mobile gaming entertainment in the palms of their hands.”

“As Sudoku’s popularity continues to grow both in print and on the Internet, the game’s underlying complexity keeps making players come back for more,” said uclick chief executive officer, Chris Pizey, “Since we are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to introduce Sudoku to our growing puzzle fan base, Soduku’s availability on Verizon Wireless Get It Now service is the newest development in paving the way for more interactive games on mobile phones.”

Verizon Wireless Get It Now customers can purchase and download Sudoku from the getGAMES shopping aisle in the Get It Now virtual store for $2.99 monthly access or $7.99 for unlimited use purchase. Download charges for Get It Now applications vary and airtime charges apply when browsing, downloading and using certain applications. Customers need a Get It Now-enabled phone and Verizon Wireless digital service to access the Get It Now virtual store.

For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to www.verizonwireless.com.

For more information about uclick mobile, visit http://content.uclick.com/mobile/.

About uclick
uclick, an Andrews McMeel Universal company, is the largest Web and mobile distributor of branded comics, word games and more. uclick entertains more than 12 million monthly online visitors with in-demand work from 160-plus syndicated creators of comics, puzzles, games and text features. uclick caters to over 200 media Web sites including USAToday.com, WashingtonPost.com and NYTimes.com, plus search portals including AOL.com, Yahoo.com, MSNBC.com and CBSNews.com. uclick’s content catalog includes Garfield, Doonesbury, Cathy, FoxTrot, Ziggy, The Boondocks, Universal Crossword, Dear Abby and more.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless owns and operates the nation’s most reliable wireless network, serving 47.4 million voice and data customers. Headquartered in Bedminster, NJ, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). Find more information on the Web at www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Get It Now
Get It Now from Verizon Wireless puts a virtual software store inside a wireless phone and lets customers download applications over the air and purchase them directly from their phones. Virtual shopping aisles, including getGAMES, getTONES, getGOING, getPIX, getFUN and getMESSAGING, are organized to help customers find what they want, when they want it.

Get It Now is a registered trademark of Verizon Wireless.

Media Contacts:

Jeffrey Nelson
Verizon Wireless
908-306-4824

Carl Ferrara
Uclick
816-360-6901

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Breakthrough Pyrometry Technology Uses L.E.D. to Illuminate Only the Area Being Measured

Measuring temperatures with a non-contact sensor is now being done with added confidence. A built-in L.E.D. is used to illuminate the exact area being measured. The light source shares the same optics used to receive the IR from the targeted area.

(PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- ThermaLogix Inc. announces the availability of its IRt/c non-contact temperature sensor, the TL-75.

Manufactured in the USA by one of the leaders in pyrometry, this advanced product concentrates on the user’s ability to visually confirm the area being measured. Each TL-75 contains an integral sighting system. The sighting system illuminates the area being monitored by using a safe LED that shines through the same optics used to capture the Infrared.

Unlike all the other IRt/c’s on the market, the TL-75 provides the confidence the user needs knowing that what he sees illuminated is what he is measuring. “What you see is what you get.”

Standard models are available that can measure an area as small as 2 mm in diameter, have the minimum measured spot size at distances to 100 mm and have outputs ranging from 1mV/°C, 0-5Volt, 4-20 mA Differential and both “K” and “J” Type Thermocouples.

Targeted applications include both PCB rework systems that rely on accurate temperature readings of components during reflow such as lead free µBGA’s and temperature profiling on individual leads or component hot spots.

Other applications include i) energy conversation for insulation and heat flow studies, ii)Quality Control for printed circuit boards, soldering, universal joints, welding, metrology, iii) Silicon for crystal growing, strand/fiber and wafer annealing and iv) Vacuum chambers for refining, processing and deposition.

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Total Phase Releases the Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer, a Powerful and Low-Cost High-Speed I2C and SPI Serial Bus Monitor

Total Phase is pleased to announce the release of the Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer, a low-cost analyzer that can non-intrusively monitor high-speed I2C (up to 4MHz) and SPI (up to 24MHz). Embedded systems engineers can see bus transactions in real-time with bit-level timing information down to 20 nanosecond resolution.

SUNNYVALE, CA (PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Total Phase is pleased to announce the release of the Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer.

The Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer is a low-cost analyzer that can non-intrusively monitor high-speed I2C (up to 4MHz) and SPI (up to 24MHz). Embedded systems engineers can see bus transactions in real-time with bit-level timing information down to 20 nanosecond resolution.

"The Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer is a fantastic tool for embedded engineers. Our aim is to provide the best tool at an affordable price," says Kumaran Santhanam, senior product architect. "It is also a perfect complement to the Aardvark I2C/SPI Host Adapter."

Versatile Tool in the Field
The Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer is the ideal tool for the lab and on the road. Field application engineers will appreciate the Beagle analyzer's small footprint, making it perfect for debugging in the field. Since the Beagle analyzer draws power from USB, there are no additional power adapters. Just plug it into a High-Speed USB 2.0 port and the Beagle analyzer is ready for action.

Automated Testing Workhorse
The royalty-free API of the Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer is ideally suited for automated testing environments. Test fixtures can use the Beagle API to make full use of the entire feature set of the Beagle analyzer. The net result is a fast, efficient, and cost-effective testing solution for manufacturing production lines.

Excellent Value
The Beagle I2C/SPI Protocol Analyzer comes complete with analysis software and royalty-free API for only $300 in single unit quantities. Additional discounts are available for larger volumes.

The Beagle analyzer is field-upgradeable, underscoring a commitment by Total Phase to make improvements available to all existing customers. There are no additional yearly support contracts and no software update fees.

About Total Phase
Total Phase manufactures powerful and affordable I2C, SPI, and USB development tools for the embedded systems engineer. The Aardvark Host Adapter and Beagle Protocol Analyzer combine best-of-breed features, Windows and Linux support, royalty-free API, and free software updates, making them perfect additions to any engineer's toolbox.

Please visit us online at http://www.totalphase.com/.

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Sullins' High-Temperature Eedgecards Series For 0.062” Daughtercards Now Includes Multiple Termination Options

RoHS-compliant devices feature 1 MM centerline spacing and more than 50 contacts per linear inch for demanding high-density applications.

San Marcos, CA (PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Sullins Electronics, a global leader in the design and manufacture of board level interconnect products announced the expansion of their high-temperature edgecard series to now include staggered dip solder, and card extender/SMT parts as well as those featuring right angle bend terminations. The RoHS-compliant series, featuring 1.00 mm (.039”) contact centers, is engineered to facilitate the durable board-to-board interconnection of .062” +/- .008” daughtercards. Offering 50 signals per linear inch, and rated to withstand 150 degrees C continual heat, the double-row connectors provide superior electrical and physical characteristics, along with the utmost in design flexibility, signal integrity and manufacturing efficiencies.

The newly broadened series is ideally suited for use in a wide range of high-temperature, high pin count, lead-free applications requiring the circuit connection of PCBs (motherboards) to 0.062” daughterboards. Typically, they may be confidently specified for employment in burn-in testing, security systems, computer peripherals, and general industrial, commercial and consumer applications.

Recognized under the Component Program of UL and C-UL, the connectors are manufactured of high-density dielectric material facilitating their extended –65 to +150 degrees C temperature range. They provide a single contact rating of 1 Amp, and daughtercard engagement force of 1.5N (150 grams) nominal per contact. Edgecards are provided with high cycle hairpin bellow contacts in configurations ranging from 2/4 to 50/100 (in signal increments). Devices also feature selective gold plating, and may be ordered with PPS or PA9T insulators. A broad array of mounting styles, molded-in keying options, and customization is available. For additional information regarding Sullins’ newest edgecards, visit http://www.sullinselectronics.com/catalog/38A/Page06-07.pdf, and http://www.sullinselectronics.com/catalog/38A/Page08-09.pdf.

Average pricing for Sullins’ high-temperature, high-density edgecard series ranges from $1.00 to $2.22 per contact pair in production quantities. While delivery is 2 to 3 weeks ARO, samples are immediately available.

About Sullins Electronics
Headquartered in San Marcos, CA, Sullins Electronics, Corp. (www.SullinsElectronics.com) has been a world leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of high-quality edge cards and headers since 1971. The Company provides the industry’s widest selection of UL/CUL approved edge cards, and additionally offers product development services together with engineering support. Sullins’ edge cards, headers, bi level and CompactPCI(TM) connectors are widely specified for use in mission-critical applications by a broad spectrum of leading industrial, commercial, military and consumer products manufacturers. Sullins’ connectors and interconnect systems are offered through a global network of sales representatives and distributors.

Sullins Electronics, Corp.
801 E. Mission Road
San Marcos, CA 92069
888/774-3100; Fax: 760/744-6081
www.SullinsElectronics.com
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October 25, 2005

PEMSTAR Chooses Kinaxis RapidResponse™ as Software of Choice for Strengthening Responsiveness to Shifting Customer Demands

Global EMS provider leverages RapidResponse to achieve superior response management results.

Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 25, 2005 -- Kinaxis™ Corporation, formerly Webplan, a provider of Response Management solutions that deliver operations performance management for manufacturing by rapidly responding to change at the point-of-action, today announced that PEMSTAR Inc., a leading provider of global engineering and electronics manufacturing services (EMS), has chosen to deploy Kinaxis’ RapidResponse software at three of its North American manufacturing sites.

PEMSTAR offers its engineering and manufacturing services to industry giants such as IBM, Motorola, and Applied Materials. With a stated commitment to understanding customer needs and delivering concept-to-customer service solutions across the complete product life cycle, responsiveness is mission critical.

With an increasing trend in customers’ product mix towards lower volumes and higher customization configurations, PEMSTAR faces a very dynamic demand picture. In response to this challenge, PEMSTAR requires a solution that offers the flexibility to sense and respond to a constant stream of demand, supply and product changes, and the visibility to see the potential impact on operations prior to committing to a course of action. Also key to their selection of RapidResponse, was the ease and speed of deployment and time-to-value. Through Kinaxis’ first-rate deployment and training services, RapidResponse is expected to be fully implemented within 12 weeks and offer immediate value to a broad user-base.

“We believe RapidResponse will empower our buyers and planners to make accurate decisions efficiently, and will enable them to provide real-time information when our customers need it,” said Mike Miller, executive director of Corporate Business Systems for PEMSTAR. “With the accelerating dynamics of the market and the increasing expectations of our customers, it’s more important than ever to demonstrate our responsiveness, flexibility and reliability.”

PEMSTAR will use RapidResponse to improve operations performance across its global supply chain, with a specific focus on operational effectiveness in the areas of portfolio management, inventory liability and turns, and real-time information flow.

“PEMSTAR operates in a highly-competitive, demand-driven industry. Customer responsiveness is a key differentiator among EMS providers,” said Randy Littleson, vice president of Marketing for Kinaxis. “We are proud that after having examined various other options, PEMSTAR recognizes the value of RapidResponse in offering the tools they require to enable supply chain agility. We look forward to continuing a positive, long-term relationship with them.”

About Kinaxis
Kinaxis stands alone in delivering Response Management solutions that provide operations performance management for manufacturing. RapidResponse extends beyond traditional supply chain planning systems to allow global leaders such as Casio, Coty, Honeywell, Jabil Circuit, Raytheon and Solectron to access real-time information; quickly collaborate to reach optimal decisions that align with corporate objectives; and rapidly drive effective action when faced with constant changes at the point-of-action. For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.

About PEMSTAR
PEMSTAR serves the industrial, medical, communications, computing, data storage, aerospace, and defense markets by providing engineering, manufacturing and fulfillment services to its customers in those markets. The company provides a worldwide footprint with engineering and manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, allowing PEMSTAR to provide the services their customers need, wherever they need them in the world. More information on PEMSTAR can be found at www.pemstar.com.

Copyright (c) 2005 Kinaxis Corp. All rights reserved. Kinaxis and Kinaxis Live Scorecard are trademarks of Kinaxis Inc. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners and should be treated as such.

For more information please contact:
Lori Smith
Tel: +1-613-592-5780 ext. 5297

Brittany Morris
Ruder Finn
Tel: +1-312-329-3983

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Earthcomber Partners with Exxon Mobil, Avalon and Other Publishers to Produce 'Spot Guides™,' Linking Content with Interactive Maps on Mobile Devices

A new era for print products was launched today with the debut of “Spot Guides™” -- the first books made for mobile devices that combine mapping and personalization.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) October 25, 2005 -- A new era for print products was launched today with the debut of “Spot Guides™” -- the first books made for mobile devices that combine mapping and personalization.

Earthcomber LLC created the free technology that incorporates maps and personal favorites with traditional travel, reference and other mainstream publications. Among the first offerings are city guides from Mobil Travel Guide (the company's first venture into mobile publishing) and Avalon Publishing's Moon Metro series.

Spot Guides run on Palm OS phones and PDAs, and provide location sensing and area searching with or without GPS. Versions for Windows Mobile, cell phones and BlackBerry devices are in production.

Much like the iPodtm has miniaturized music to become portable and personal, Earthcomber Spot Guides present users with their favorite kinds of information as they come upon the actual places where it is most useful. Multiple Spot Guides, unabridged and with photos, can fit onto a single, stamp-sized memory card.

Spot Guides are a “plug-in” to Earthcomber's basic free mobile software and built-in digital maps. The patent-pending technology maintains individual privacy while constantly combing the area each person travels for unlimited numbers of personal interests -- anything from an ATM to a waterfall, cup of coffee, museum, bistro, school, golf course, bar or even local events.

Unlike books in print, Spot Guides give a person the option of exploring the electronic guide through hot-linked pages, special icons, photos and searches -- all within the context of a book title. As the reader considers any place mentioned, Earthcomber displays the distance to that spot. As the person moves, distances are updated.

“Imagine your bookmarks tapping you on the shoulder,” says Jim Brady, Earthcomber founder and former Oprah new media executive. “Spot Guides are like books that you can leave ‘on.’ The idea is that life is so much more interesting, and we could get so much more out of every day, if only we could know what's right around us.”

The Spot Guide format is appealing for a wide variety of books. Many publishers find Earthcomber attractive as a new vehicle for putting out mobile products, and organizations also are turning to Earthcomber to publish guides that are location-aware and ultra-portable:

* The Greater Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Association packed city history, neighborhood sketches, travel info and member locations into a Spot Guide;
* Damron Company is offering a comprehensive guide to gay-friendly places and services across the US;
* The Find-A-Grave website has created a mobile famous grave spotter.

“With no printing, paper, shipping or shelf-stocking, Spot Guides dodge the usual costs and risks,” Brady said.

Guides are sold online at www.earthcomber.com and publisher web sites, and priced typically between $9.50 and $20. Some are given away free, depending on the publisher's intent. Free Earthcomber mapping and personal interest software is also available at www.earthcomber.com.

Contact:
Kevin Doel, TalonPR, Inc.
785-273-9660
Cell: 785-554-5336
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Jim Brady, president, Earthcomber LLC
708 366-1600
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October 24, 2005

Aloft Technologies to Demonstrate the World’s Most Technologically Advanced Lightweight Aviation Headset at the NBAA Convention

Aloft Technologies announced today that it will be demonstrating the world's most technologically advanced lightweight aviation headset at the NBAA Convention for the first time on November 9-11, 2005 in Orlando, Florida.

(PRWEB) October 24, 2005 -- Aloft Technologies announced today that it will be demonstrating the world's most technologically advanced lightweight aviation headset at the NBAA Convention for the first time.

The Clarity Aloft Headset will be demonstrated at the Orange County Convention Center during the NBAA Convention on November 9-11, 2005 in Orlando, Florida. Aloft Technologies will be found in the expo at booth #639. For additional information contact Aloft Technologies at 612-747-3197 or visit www.ClarityAloft.com. For more information on the NBAA Convention, visit www.NBAA.org

The Clarity Aloft Headset weighs only 1.5 ounces, provides patented self-molding ear tips to achieve superior sound clarity, comfort, and 35-45 decibels of passive noise reduction. Aloft Technologies has succeeded in merging the most advanced technologies from the fields of hearing science, aviation communications, and performance audio into one streamlined aviation headset design, the Clarity Aloft Headset. The Clarity Aloft Headset provides patented self-molding ear tips to achieve superior sound clarity and comfort while providing 35-45 decibels of passive noise reduction.

“The Clarity Aloft Headset is revolutionizing the aviation headset industry,” said Bill Waterman, President of Aloft Technologies. “The lightweight design, noise reduction, and sound clarity are exactly what pilots have been looking for.”

Also available in a stereo fidelity sound model, the Clarity Aloft Headset offers pilots and passengers with any sort of differential hearing loss the option of setting the sound level of the left and right speakers separately. The volume and balance controls are separate, a more robust feature than the dual volume controls used in other stereo aviation headsets.

Clarity Aloft has developed a stereo audio input feature for their headsets, allowing pilots more versatility with other media devices such as CD players. Due to its passive feature, there is no need for batteries since it draws only a small amount of power from the aircraft panel.

Aloft Technologies, headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, produces high quality, technologically advanced products. For additional information contact Aloft Technologies at 612-747-3197 or visit www.ClarityAloft.com

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Future Sonics Offers Reduced Pricing on Ears and Ear Monitors Brand Professional Personal Monitor Earphones with "Twin Pack" EM3 Added

Future Sonics Incorporated announced today their new reduced pricing specials and adds a new "twin pack" to their Ears™ model EM3 universal personal monitor earphones and special pricing on their flagship Ear Monitors® brand custom personal monitor earphones.

Pineville, PA USA (PRWEB) October 24, 2005 -- Continuing with their 20th anniversary celebration, Future Sonics Incorporated announced today their holiday pricing specials and adds a new "twin pack" to their Ears™ model EM3 universal personal monitor earphones and special pricing on their flagship Ear Monitors® brand custom personal monitor earphones.

Future Sonics Ears - model EM3

Future Sonics' universal fit model offers the best quality of sound available for the demands of live performance applications with full, rich bass response, natural sound quality, and better performance over any so-called two-way, three-way or hybrid earphone products that use hearing aid-type "armature" drivers that simply cannot produce the depth and dynamics of the Future Sonics FSI proprietary drivers.

Outstanding full sound - even at the lowest volume levels
Wide-Spectrum 20hz - 20khz
Superior Low Frequency Response
-25 dB ambient noise rejection
Natural Dynamics
Outstanding Vocal Tone
Standard 3.5mm Gold Connector
Custom SofterWear™ Molded Sleeves (ear impressions required)
Limited one-year warranty
Pricing Options
MSRP of $159.00 USD/pair
Promotional price (single) $99.00 USD (save $60)
Promotional price (twin-pack) $179.00 USD (save $144)
Offer limited to orders placed online only via Future Sonics' secure online store at www.futuresonics.com

Future Sonics Ear Monitors® brand

Ear Monitors® brand custom personal monitors are the industry standard and the original product of this type in the pro-audio industry for live performance that continues to evolve today. Employing the MG4™ series custom drivers, each set of Ear Monitors® brand custom earphones is made for each individual by hand and is uniquely tuned for the finest audio quality and sonic image available at any price. Like its universal sibling, Ear Monitors® brand products sound better, outperform and are more reliable than any similar product on the market today and are available with a variety of options for nearly any need, preference or style desired.

Outstanding full sound - even at the lowest volume levels
20 hz to 20,000 hz
Future Sonics MG4™ proprietary drivers and technologies
Impedance: 34 ohm
-20dB ambient noise rejection
Cable: 50" standard/replaceable
Standard 1/8" stereo mini-plug/gold
Custom options are available for special colors, configurations and styles. Complete systems and package options available. Ear impressions required by a hearing specialist/audiologist priced locally.

Pricing Options
MSRP of $798.00 USD/pair, standard edition, firm canals; $858.00 USD/pair, standard edition, soft canals
Promotional price (firm canal) $598.00 USD (save $200)
Promotional price (soft canal) $658.00 USD (save $200)

All products are available now.

Future Sonics Incorporated celebrates its 20th anniversary of their award- winning Ear Monitors(R) brand in 2005 and is the original innovator and industry leader of personal monitoring products and systems for major tours, artists, engineers, broadcasting and houses of worship worldwide. Their dedication to excellence in sound quality, reliability and personal service continue to serve the industry's professionals with their custom and universal-fit products, consulting services and complete system development as they have for more than two decades. Future Sonics products are available online at http://www.futuresonics.com and via their preferred provider network.

Contact:

Daniel East
Director of Marketing
Future Sonics Incorporated
TOLL FREE: (877) FSI - EARS
Outside U.S.A.: +01.215.598.8828
www.futuresonics.com

Ear Monitors(R) is a registered trademark of Future Sonics Incorporated.

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October 21, 2005

Cellular Blowout (cellular-blowout.com) Announces Partnership With Mediaplazza For Delivery Of Digital Downloads To Mobile Devices

Cellular Blowout To Offer Mobile Games, Ringtones, Graphic & More.

AGOURA HILLS, CA (PRWEB) October 21, 2005 -- David Bleeden, president of Agoura Hills-based Wildcat Communications Group, parent company of Cellular Blowout, has announced its partnership with Mediaplazza to deliver digital downloads to mobile devices.

Wildcat controls a variety of targeted Websites such as Cellular Blowout www.cellular-blowout.com that provide one of the largest selections of wireless and electronics products in the world.

Founded in France in 2001, Mediaplazza offers solutions tied to the development of mobile technologies on the internet. Mediaplazza is part of the Jet Multimedia Group.

Bleeden is an aggressive business builder having had success with Naked Juice & Rhinotek Computer Products. Bleeden’s strategy with Wildcat is to create a platform company:

“Mediaplazza aggregates entertainment content and allows us offer our customers a robust selection of downloadable games, ringtones, graphics and more."

Bleeden was president of Carson-based Rhinotek Consumer Products, having led its growth over the past six years from $25 million to $45 million. Bleeden was also co-founder of Naked Juice, which pioneered the bottled juice industry, and was acquired by Chiquita Brand in the 1980s.

For information call Carolyn Kay at The Wildcat Group at 888-922-4835 or visit www.wildcatcellular.com.

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October 20, 2005

John Winegard Founder Of The Winegard Company Inducted Into The 2005 Consumer Electronics Hall Of Fame

Among 11 distinguished professionals to join the existing 87 members.

Burlington, Iowa (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 20, 2005 -- Winegard Company is very pleased to announce that John Winegard, founder of the Winegard Company, was formally inducted into the 2005 Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame during its Industry Forum in Las Vegas on October 18, 2005.

The CE Hall of Fame program, now in its sixth year, recognizes the accomplishments of the consumer technology industry that provides the products and services that inform, educate, entertain and keep consumers connected. For this year's class, the voting took place on November 9, 2004 in New York City with a panel of media and industry professionals, who judged the hundreds of nominations that were submitted by manufacturers, retailers and industry journalists. This new class of the CE Hall of Fame members was announce during the opening keynote speech at the 2005 International CES held in Las Vegas, NV on January 6-9.

Winegard Company was founded in 1954 in Burlington Iowa by John. He began designing outdoor TV antennas in 1948 to receive a signal from TV station WBKB (now WBBM) broadcasting from Chicago, two hundred miles east and north of Burlington.

This family-owned, multi-million-dollar firm was born in a basement from several lengths of aluminum tubing, a hand drill, a hacksaw and about $200 in capital. The Horatio Alger mystic is still alive and well in the stories told about the self-educated, engineer/inventor who founded the company and rode the wave of a video explosion that spawned hundreds of other companies at its peak. It took more than innovative genius, however, to stay on the crest of that volatile wave and emerge as a leader in an industry where less than half a dozen companies remain.

Following the war, he returned to Burlington as a radio repairman just as television was developing. Two hundred miles east of Burlington, Chicago was broadcasting from TV station WBKB (now WBBM), and just as he had done years before when he wanted that telegraph set, he constructed his own antenna and installed it on the roof of a local appliance dealer’s shop. Soon friends were giving him orders for similar antennas — and Winegard Company was born.

In the early 70’s John Winegard began spending more and more time in Evergreen, Colorado. And in 1975, Randy came to work at Winegard fulltime and John moved to Colorado. The Winegard Company is much different to manage today than it was 30 years ago, but Randy has remained steadfast in his father’s commitment to quality and customer service. He admits it wasn’t always easy making the transition from founder’s son to manager at first.

John Winegard died on Feb 19, 2002. Randy Winegard, the founder’s son, became President of the Company in 1977, successfully bridging a transition from the school kid who sold candy bars to Winegard employees to a modern, innovative manager with a presence and a direction of his own.

“I feel comfortable in this job now,” Randy says, “and I have a direction, and because I have a direction, the company has a direction.” “My father believed in quality, and we have an historical strength based on that, but the responsibility for maintaining and improving quality rests with current management. You can’t just say you’re committed to it. You have to get involved.”

Having held 60 patents over the years, 26 current US and 2 current foreign patents; Winegard Company has accomplished many “firsts” in the industry. John Winegard designed and built the world’s first all channel Yagi antenna which completely changed the antenna industry. Winegard is proud of its founder and the Company’s reputation for quality products and has great appreciation for the customers who have used Winegard products for over 50 years. Under the direction of President and CEO Randy Winegard, Winegard Company will continue to grow with new products and new customers proving without doubt that they are “Clearly the World’s Best!”

If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Randy Winegard, please call Michael Sherman at 319-754-0604 or send an email to e-mail protected from spam bots.

About Winegard:
The Winegard Company is widely considered an innovator and pioneer in product design, performance and assembly and has consistently adapted to meet the challenges of the ever-changing electronics market. It remains committed to continuous improvement in the quality, cost and delivery of its products and services to effectively meet all of its customer’s needs and currently designs and manufactures more than 1,000 different products in six product lines distributed in all states and worldwide, including:
• Bundled Signal Distribution: Video, VoIP and High Speed Data and More, On A Single Cable Run
• Satellite Antennas and Mounts: Residential antennas ranging in size from 46 cm to 1 meter.
• Mobile Television Reception Products: RV, Trucking, and Marine applications. Satellite systems ranging from manual crank-up models to automatic satellite tracking systems with GPS/DVB. Off-air antennas including bi-directional and omni-directional VHF/UHF/FM antennas. Ground Antenna Mounts and Accessories.
• Off-Air Antennas: From DC to 5.8 gigs AM/FM/VHF/UHF Antenna Systems, Distribution and Pre-Amplifiers, Power Supplies and Accessories
• Telemetry: Medical and Data Antenna Systems, Distribution Amplifiers, Power Supplies and Accessories.
• Two-way Fixed/Transportable Mobile Satellite Internet Systems: offers real-time IP, video, voice, audio and data communications virtually anywhere, anytime.

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Scientific Vision Systems Launches New Security Vision Systems Unit headed by Tim Collins--Unit Targets the Imaging Requirements of the Security Industry

Scientific Vision Systems is launching a new operating unit to address the Security Market. Called Security Vision Systems, the new unit will be headed by Tim Collins, formerly National Sales Manager for the B2B Display, Storage, and IP Security/Surveillance businesses for Sony.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) October 20, 2005 -- Scientific Vision Systems today announced the formation of a new business unit dedicated to providing advanced imaging solutions for the security industry.

The company named Tim Collins, formerly the National Sales Manager for Sony's B2B Display, Storage, and IP Security/Surveillance businesses, as Director of Business Development. The new unit will be known as Security Vision Systems. The company will provide integrated Digital Networking IP solutions.

These web-enabled security systems will allow customers to monitor multiple locations simultaneously, even around the world. Executives sitting in their offices in the United States, for example, will be able to access their web-enabled security system to simultaneously monitor remote facilities ad operations. Examples include: Overseas warehouse operations, off-shore manufacturing facility security, freight consolidation centers in Asia, remote drilling or mining operations, and remote factory floor monitoring to assess quality control.

“By leveraging the power of the Internet, any company with multiple facilities can consolidate many of their security functions centrally,” says Collins. “This allows a company to leverage a web-enabled security system for multiple tasks. The creativity of the application is limited only by the imagination of the customer.”

Collins notes that a typical system includes a server, integrated software management system, multiple monitors, multiple cameras, one or more system printers, memory storage system, and a recorder. The company expects to market to a wide variety of security markets. These include: State and local Governments, Schools, Corporate Campuses, Warehouses and Distribution facilities, High-End Property Management, Shopping Malls, Port Security, Military Facilities, and Airport Security. With expertise in all components of vision systems, Security Vision Systems provides these markets with technical expertise, cost-effective solutions, and leading-edge name-brand components.

About Security Vision Systems: Security Vision Systems is a business unit of Scientific Vision Systems, located in Carlsbad, CA. The Security unit provides integrated systems solutions including cameras, monitors, printers, and recorders. The company provides free expert telephone consultations to qualified companies. The company's Website is: http://www.svsimaging.com.

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SchmartBoard to Give Free Samples of Prototyping Boards

SchmartBOARD, a company that manufactures a new type of prototyping board that makes hand soldering surface mount components so simple that a 10 year old can do it, has announced a program to give out free samples.

(PRWEB) October 20, 2005 -- SchmartBOARD, a company that manufactures a new type of prototyping board that makes hand soldering surface mount components so simple that a 10 year old can do it, has announced a program to give out free samples.

According to VP Sales & Marketing, Neal Greenberg: “The new Schmartboard|ez has been shipping for 1 month now. After launching it at DEMOfall. Although we have been very successful in capturing the attention of engineers, universities and hobbyists, our product is a huge improvement for prototyping and it is hard to convince people that a better “mousetrap” exists until they actually use it. We have found out that our best advertisement is to physically get the product in the hands of people.” The link to the program details and electronic form is at: http://www.schmartboard.com/index.asp?page=SchmartLAND_samples

"Engineers have historically used prototyping boards to test circuits and avoid costly custom printed circuit board (PCB) revisions" said Andrew Yaung, SchmartBoard's CEO. "Prototyping boards have existed for a long time, but as surface mount components have become smaller and smaller, these boards have not kept up with the technology and have not remained a practical tool for most applications. Because of this, engineers are forced to use custom PCBs and can spend large amounts of time and money on revision after revision of expensive custom PCBs before they finally have the circuit perfected. By making prototyping boards viable again, SchmartBoard|ez will save companies a tremendous amount of time and money." In addition to this need for an easy prototyping tool, SchmartBoard|ez can be used as the circuit board in mass-produced technologies.

About SchmartBoard(www.schmartboard.com)
SchmartBoard is committed to helping engineers, students, and hobbyists develop electronic circuits faster, easier, and less expensively than previously possible. At SchmartBoard, our three-word mission statement is "Electronics for Everyone". More information is available at http://www.schmartboard.com.

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Complete T-DMB System Solution Unveiled by Frontier Silicon and C & S Technology

A full reference design featuring tuner, baseband and video processing resulting from collaboration between the two companies will be shown at the opening ceremony of Frontier Silicon’s South Korean office.

Seoul, South Korea (PRWEB) October 20, 2005 -- Frontier Silicon -- the leading fabless manufacturer of semiconductors for mobile digital television (MDTV) and DAB digital radio products -- and C & S Technology Inc., South Korea’s leading supplier of semiconductors for multimedia broadcasting and communications, will today reveal a complete, system-level reference design for Korean terrestrial digital multimedia broadcasting (T-DMB). The solution is initially developed for automotive applications in which consumers can receive digital broadcast services while on the move, but will also provide mobile handset manufacturers with a working design upon which they can rapidly develop and launch mobile handsets both for the Korean market as well as for other regions intending to launch T-DMB broadcast services.

KN Kim, president of Frontier Silicon Korea said, “The demonstration of this solution shows that our chip set can interface with leading video applications processors to implement a full T-DMB solution, for both automotive environments and mobile handsets. Our work with the video processor from C & S Technology is just the first step in developing a choice of solutions for our customers to build their products on.” Mr SeungMo Seo, CEO of C&S Technology Inc., added, “We welcome the interface with Kino and Apollo from Frontier Silicon which make up a proven T-DMB implementation. We are confident that the combination of this with our Neptune chip will result in another successful T-DMB solution.”

The solution to be shown at the opening of Frontier Silicon’s office in Seoul is based on the company’s Apollo silicon RF tuner and Kino T-DMB baseband processor, interfaced with the Neptune multimedia processor from C & S Technology. Neptune is a single-chip multimedia processor designed to handle video and audio decoding for T-DMB and S-DMB (Korean satellite digital multimedia broadcasting), and it also features a hard-wired H.264 video decoder.

Apollo is the smallest RF tuner for T-DMB currently available, and features power consumption that is almost one-quarter of competing receivers. The small size and low power consumption make it ideal for designing into mobile handsets intended for T-DMB (digital video broadcasting) products. The Kino chip provides a dedicated hardware baseband solution for T-DMB which is fully programmable using software. This provides mobile TV handset manufacturers with maximum flexibility for configuring their products and the options that they can provide to their customers.

Editor's note:

About Frontier Silicon
Frontier Silicon is an award-winning company at the forefront of the digital multimedia revolution with a range of semiconductor solutions for mobile digital television, digital TV and digital radio. The company develops and delivers both the broadcast signal receiver modules and digital processing circuits as individual chips and complete system modules to leading consumer electronics and mobile phone brands.

As a fabless semiconductor business, Frontier Silicon's core products include complete DAB modules, T-DMB (terrestrial digital multimedia broadcasting) solutions, and the underlying system-on-chip (SoC) devices and receiver chips. Key customers for the company's products include consumer electronic, automotive entertainment and PDA/mobile phone manufacturers such as Bang & Olufsen, Cambridge Audio, Goodmans, Grundig, Hitachi, Ministry of Sound, Philips, PURE Digital, Roberts Radio, Samsung, Sharp, Sony and TEAC. Frontier Silicon has won a number of awards from the Fabless Semiconductor Association (2004), PricewaterhouseCoopers (2004), the World Economic Forum (2005), and the Tornado T100 award. For more information visit www.frontier-silicon.com.

Frontier Silicon uses Meta™ and UCC™ intellectual property from Imagination Technologies.

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Aligning Content with Consumers is Key to Mastering the Mobile Video Market

New Topic Paper from The Diffusion Group Confirms Importance of Creating Targeted Content Offerings

Dallas, TX October 18, 2005 – The key to success in the early mobile video services market is aligning content offerings with the needs of specific consumer segments. According to a new topic paper from The Diffusion group, Mastering Content in the Mobile Video Market, developing targeted content offerings is preferable to pushing a broad range of content intended to meet the tastes of all viewers. The topic paper is available free of charge at TDG’s website – www.tdgresearch.com.

“There is an abundance of research suggesting that consumers are ‘interested’ in viewing video on their mobile phones. But this data only tells part of the story,” said Dale Gilliam, director of primary research at TDG. “It is not simply a question of general interest; rather, it is a question of what percentage of consumers would actually pay to receive such a service – making this determination is the real challenge.”

TDG’s research found that both general interest in and proclivity to purchase mobile video services varies relative to the types of content offered. In fact, knowing which content offerings to offer specific groups of consumers will actually increase the likelihood that these consumers will sign up and pay for the service.

“Securing a wide range of brand-name content will no doubt help to attract new users,” Gilliam continued. “Focusing on breadth of content over high-quality targeted content, however, would be a huge mistake, a move that could dilute the quality of those efforts that stand the best chance of success.”

TDG’s latest topic paper, Mastering Content in the Mobile Video Market, highlights data from August 2005 interviews with more than 2,100 US mobile phone users regarding their usage of and interest in a variety of mobile multimedia platforms and services including mobile phones, portable multimedia players, and portable gaming devices, as well as a variety of associated services. For a free copy of this topic paper, please visit TDG’s website at www.tdgresearch.com.

For a table showing content preferences, please visit: Graphic Located at http://www.tdgresearch.com/images/chart18.gif.

About The Diffusion Group (TDG) –
The Diffusion Group is a strategic research and consulting firm focused on new media and digital home markets. Using a unique blend of research expertise, executive-level consultants, and hands-on technical experts, we create more than just research – we generate Intelligence in Action TM. TDG is committed to providing market research and strategic consulting services based on conservative, real-world analysis and market forecasts grounded in consumer research. For more information about The Diffusion Group, visit our website at www.thediffusiongroup.com.

Contact:
Andy Tarczon
469.287.8060

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October 19, 2005

Semtek Receives Patent on Magnetic Stripe Reader with Power Management Control for Attachment to PDAs and Smartphones

Semtek Innovative Solutions Corporation announces it has been issued a patent for a magnetic stripe card reader (MSR) unit capable of attaching to and communicating with a handheld PDA or smartphone using only the electrical power available as supplied by the device.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) October 19, 2005 -- Semtek Innovative Solutions Corporation, the leading developer of mobile card-reading technologies, announces it has been issued a patent for a magnetic stripe card reader (MSR) unit capable of attaching to and communicating with a handheld PDA or smartphone using only the electrical power available as supplied by the device. The technology enables mobile merchants and service personnel to accept credit card payments or input information from a magnetic stripe card into a handheld while effectively managing power usage.

“Any PDA-based application designed for extended use will present power problems as most devices have limited battery life or need to be recharged frequently,” said Clay von Mueller, Semtek’s Chief Technology Officer. “Those equipped with standard magnetic stripe readers can greatly reduce battery longevity because of the power drain caused by the MSR device. Semtek’s patented card reading technology enables better power management and infinitely expands the power supply to the MSR by both conserving the power requirements of the device and offering the ability to tap into the power supplied by the PDA data lines.”

Semtek’s card readers connect through wireless handheld devices, such as PDAs and smartphones, and support industries requiring mobile commerce applications, on-site lead retrieval, and immediate identity verification. Mobile Swipe card readers are designed to work with top branded devices from such companies as Symbol, Samsung, Intermec, Hand-Held Products, palmOne, Hewlett Packard, and Motorola/Nextel. Semtek’s solutions are designed and priced to enable organizations of all sizes to be equipped with a cost-effective, secure means of accepting payments from remote locations. Competing products in the industry often require substantial investments in equipment, eliminating opportunities for small remote business operators.

Common industry applications of Semtek’s mobile magnetic stripe card readers include field technicians, such as plumbers who can accept payment at time of service, law enforcement personnel swiping drivers licenses to collect information for a citation, mobile merchants getting wireless authorization for POS transactions, and exposition workers collecting sales leads by swiping the badges of conference attendees who visit the vendor’s booth.

The patent number issued to Semtek is US 6,944,782.

About Semtek Innovative Solutions Corporation
Semtek Innovative Solutions Corporation, founded in 1998, is a developer and manufacturer of magnetic stripe card readers and software applications to empower businesses to conduct mobile commerce transactions. The company’s mission is to bring new, secure technology into the card-reader market to support growing e-commerce and financial transaction businesses. Semtek has emerged as the industry leader in Mobile Card Reading (MCR) technology for the mobile/wireless terminal market. For more information, call 858-300-3380, or visit www.semtek.com. ;

Company Contact:
Dennis Mos
Semtek Innovative Solutions
858-300-3380
dmos @ semtek.com

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DataTech's DirecStar® Transportable/Remote Satellite System Helps EPA in the Field with Necessary Communications Before, During and After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita

DataTech takes extreme measures to deliver to the EPA several high-speed Internet broadband antenna systems.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 19, 2005 -- Data Technology International, LLC announced today that several of its new DirecStar auto-pointing and deploying systems using Hughes Network Systems' (HNS) DIRECWAY® broadband satellite system, are being utilized by the EPA from Dallas to assist with recovery efforts from Hurricane Rita.

Jon Gulch, OSC U.S. EPA (On-Scene Coordinator) Region 5 Emergency Response Branch said, "DataTech has taken extreme measures to make sure that the EPA had these units in time to be strategically located for Hurricane Katrina response. These units have provided the EPA with reliable communications in the field, which is a necessity in a response such as this." The EPA purchased their DataTech DirecStar systems from Miri Microsystems.

Using advanced satellite technology, the HNS DIRECWAY system provides high quality broadband connectivity using small antennas throughout the continental United States. DIRECWAY offers high speed Internet access as well as private intranets, such as those used by many business and disaster relief agencies. The nationwide coverage of the DIRECWAY service, combined with the rapid deployment capability offered by the DataTech DirecStar auto-pointing unit, results in an ideal solution for disaster recovery situations.

Tony Miri of Miri Microsystems, a Michigan satellite Internet sales, installation, and support company said, "We knew from the EPA that they and other government agencies had a need for a portable mobile unit that could get delivered quickly and inexpensively, attached to a roof rack on a vehicle, and be up and running immediately. We were looking for this type of system when we saw a working DirecStar unit at the Satellite Expo 2005 in June and recognized the benefits immediately. When Katrina hit, we accelerated all of our efforts to answer the EPA's needs for emergency response Portable Satellite Units and designed a roof-rack platform for them. To support communications efforts, the EPA OSCs asked us to deploy the DirecStar systems for Hurricane Katrina response and the units were assembled and sent to the field."

Additional DataTech DirecStar systems have now been sent to Dallas for use by the EPA, where they're now being mated with roof racks by employees of Miri and mounted on EPA vehicles to help with the recovery efforts for Rita. Several have already been deployed on EPA SUVs and other vehicles and driven east before Rita made landfall.

Miri continued, "We believe there's a great interest and need for this type of system within several government agencies and municipalities. Because of the simple, fast installation, the EPA can ship these units anywhere- whenever they're needed, and install them on vehicles at the sites for instant communications."

Reed Brown, president of DataTech said, "We are, of course, very glad that our DirecStar system could help with communications response for these two terrible hurricanes. Transportable Internet technology is all about the importance of connectivity. These new Internet satellite systems provide transportable access not only to the EPA, but to users such as homeland security, news organizations, the oil, gas, forestry and mining industries, medical service providers, law enforcement, military, emergency response teams, mobile command centers, government, field offices, broadband and video conferencing, construction and recreational vehicles."

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Kevin Martin said during a hearing held by the Senate Commerce Committee a few weeks ago that the agency is looking to improve disaster communications. Martin offered three areas for improvement: ensure that the public has the right tools to know when an emergency is coming; give consumers the ability to contact first responders; and enable first responders to communicate seamlessly, via enhanced network resiliency.

The DirecStar system was recently certified by Hughes Network Systems for use with HNS' DIRECWAY broadband satellite system. This certification included environmental and shock testing and compliance with HNS product performance standards.

Available with a .74 or .98 meter dish, the DirecStar system deploys rapidly, providing instant Internet connectivity with a simple touch screen interface and is easy to install. Transportable, high-speed connectivity gives the EPA broadband access from any remote location, without the need for phone lines. The DirecStar system includes single-platform connection for all users. Such applications as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Secured Private Networks (SPN), transportable Wi-Fi access, real-time Web casts via multicast delivery and streaming and much more, are now available with the DirecStar system with just a click of a button.

For more information or to schedule an interview with Reed Brown or Tony Miri, please call Michael Sherman at 319-754-0604 or send an email to msher @ winegard.com. Please visit our website at www.direcstar.com.

For EPA equipment specifications, photos, software and technical documents related to the EPA's PSU, visit the PSU EPA Web site. For questions regarding the PSU, please contact Jon Gulch (EPA-R5 OSC) at gulch.jon @ epa.gov or John Gilbert (EPA-ERT) at gilbert.john @ epa.gov.

About DataTech
Data Technology International, LLC is a new company in partnership with Winegard Company and was formed to develop technologies and associated products that deliver transportable Internet and data communications in both domestic and international markets. Its first product line is a series of two-way fixed/transportable mobile satellite Internet systems, offering real-time IP, video, voice, audio, and data communications virtually anywhere, anytime. The first product is a transportable satellite Internet system with dishes ranging from .74 meter to 1.2 meters. For additional information, please visit www.direcstar.com.

About Miri Microsystems
Offering both mobile and fixed DIRECWAY broadband satellite Internet systems from Hughes Network Systems, Miri Microsystems, LLC, provides professional-grade satellite Internet sales, installation, and services, with the option to choose the fastest connection speeds offered by the DIRECWAY broadband satellite system with Discovery Class service. The company realizes the importance of superior communications in today's business environment and offers the finest equipment for the most competitive prices as well as some of the most qualified technicians in the area, providing consultation, design, installation and maintenance for satellite systems. Broadband satellite Internet access is Miri's specialty for homes, businesses and mobile satellite Internet services and help to identify concerns which impact the productivity and profitability of business, making recommendations for systems that will best suit the need. For additional information, please visit www.mirimicrosystems.com.

About Hughes Network Systems
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HNS), is the world's leading provider of broadband satellite network solutions for businesses and consumers, with more than 800,000 systems ordered or shipped to customers in 85 countries. HNS pioneered the development of high-speed satellite Internet access services and IP-based networks, which it markets globally under the DIRECWAY brand. DIRECWAY terminals are based on the IPoS (IP over Satellite) global standard, approved by the TIA, ETSI, and ITU standards organizations.

Headquartered outside Washington, D.C. in Germantown, Maryland, USA, HNS maintains sales and support offices worldwide. SkyTerra Communications, Inc. (OTCBB:SKYT) and The DIRECTV Group, Inc. (NYSE:DTV) each own 50% of HNS. SkyTerra is its managing member. For additional information, please visit www.hns.com.

HUGHES and Hughes Network Systems are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC. DIRECWAY is a registered trademark of The DIRECTV Group, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contact:
Michael Sherman
Tel. 319-754-0604
Cell Phone: 901-351-9861

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IMS/Multimedia Domain Conference To Highlight Business Case and Real World Issues

IP Multimedia Subsystem/Multimedia Domain (IMS/MMD) Deployment May be the Most Critical Business Decision Made this Decade.

(PRWEB) October 19, 2005 -- The World’s first dedicated event for MS/MMD in the Americas Market will be held November 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th in Dallas.

As the tempo of technology deployment has recovered, a number of interesting opportunities have emerged, including converged networks, security, VoIP and others. IMS provides a rational framework for the convergence of fixed and mobile networks and can enhance security for all applications including VoIP.

Converged Network Solutions has been asked to participate in this premier American event and their Chief Technology Officer, Arnie Moore, will sit on a panel, "Services Critical to the Enterprise Market." This panel will tackle the thorny issues of how to capture the enterprise market, concentrating on developing revenue generating applications such as seamless mobility, find-me/follow-me applications, and location based routing.

"Arnie has had a front row perspective on the evolution of networks and services and he is highly sensitive to the needs of enterprise communications users. His views are widely respected in the communications technology community, and we are pleased he can be part of this forum", said Matthew Bowers, CNS’s CEO.

About Converged Network Solutions: CNS is setting the benchmark for quality, delivering advanced professional services to the communications industry. The CNS team brings together hundreds of person-years of experience from such firms as SBC, Verizon, Marconi Wireless, Ericsson, Motorola, Raytheon, Texas Instruments, and Mobilestar. CNS personnel planned, built, tested, deployed and managed some of the most advanced wireline and wireless networks and equipment in the world. CNS is an Incucomm Company.

About Incucomm: Incucomm and Incucomm Consulting are based on a seasoned team of strategy, business, and technology professionals. Founded in March 2000, the company is based in Dallas Texas, and is privately held.

Incucomm operates an incubator for technology firms, and holds an equity position in a number of young firms. Incucomm Consulting provides services to more mature companies, ranging from large publicly traded corporations, to venture backed firms, and venture investors. Incucomm is on the web at www.incucomm.com

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ESCA Catalyst 2005 Winter Symposium Explores Constant Change in the Electronics Supply Chain; Offers Futuristic Look at the Industry

Taking place in San Jose, November 15-16, 2005 event features presentations from industry leaders to examine the trends, opportunities and challenges

(PRWEB) October 19, 2005 -- The Electronics Supply Chain Association (ESCA) announces the keynote speakers and accompanying agenda for its November 15-16, 2005 ESCA Catalyst 9th Annual Winter Symposium. Industry leaders from the electronics industry will meet at the Marriott Hotel in Downtown San Jose to examine the trends, opportunities and challenges in this rapidly changing market.

This premier industry event is the platform for strategic exploration and the sharing of best practices for OEMs, semiconductor/ICs, EMS/contract manufacturing, electronics components, third party logistics, research analysts, supply chain consultants, software and IT providers. ESCA Catalyst will cover areas that are forever-changing and being reshaped including outsourcing, change management and management change trends, networked electronics value chains, software and technology, managing intellectual property, integrated design and manufacturing semiconductor vs. fabless semiconductor models.

Catalyst features keynotes from HP addressing RoHS/WEEE compliance best practices, IBM with “Future Consumer-Centric Electronics Business Trends” and Plantronics on the best of both worlds in global manufacturing and SCM. The event will also include presentations from industry leaders from companies including Advanced MP Technology, Flextronics, Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, i2 Technologies, Intel, Kinaxis, Microsoft, New Momentum, RiverOne, Solectron, Spansion, UPS Supply Chain Solutions and Viewlocity, as well as industry experts from Industry Directions and

"Attendees at Catalyst can expect to gain tremendous insight into the variety of factors that drive a constant state of change within the electronics supply chain," said Dean Strausl, executive director of the ESCA. "A company's ability to adapt or change with these market conditions is crucial to its near-term success and long-range sustainability, which is why the ESCA was founded in the first place – to promote thought leadership, awareness and education of best practices by building a community of industry professionals."

More information about the ESCA Catalyst 2005 Winter Symposium is available at the organization’s web site at www.electronicssupplychain.org.

About the ESCA
The Electronics Supply Chain Association (ESCA) is dedicated to promoting thought leadership, awareness and education of best practices throughout the electronics supply chain, accomplished largely in part by building a community of industry professionals at leading companies. As a significant link and resource to this dynamic industry, the ESCA plays a valuable role in facilitating information exchange and collaboration efforts within the electronics supply chain through its many educational forums, symposiums, benchmarking, progressive research, industry news and market intelligence.

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Frontier Silicon Continues Expansion in Asia with Office in South Korea to Support World’s First Commercial Mobile Digital TV Rollout

Seoul office will concentrate on assisting leading handset manufactures in the development of mobile TV products for the global market.

Seoul, South Korea, (PRWEB) October 19, 2005 -- Frontier Silicon – the leading Fabless manufacturer of semiconductors for mobile digital television (MDTV) and DAB digital radio products – has today opened its office in Seoul, South Korea, to support the launch of the world’s first commercial T-DMB mobile television service. The company is already working with the leading cell phone manufacturers in the region and the new office will provide essential local applications engineering support and customer service as the country builds up to the launch of mobile TV.

The new office in Korea will be headed up by K.N. Kim, formerly general manager at Samsung, and managing director of BSI Group (the leading ST Microelectronics distributor). With over 20 years experience in the semiconductors, electronics and communications industries, he has held a number of sales, marketing, business development and general manager roles. K.N. Kim will manage an initial team of applications engineering, sales and support staff.

Anthony Sethill, CEO of Frontier Silicon, commented, “K.N. Kim’s extensive network of senior level contacts in the Asia-Pacific region plus his understanding of the multi-cultural business environment across Korea, China and Europe is going to be of major benefit to Frontier Silicon as we ramp up our support and promotion of mobile digital television both in Korea and the rest of Asia. This office is therefore going to be an important part of our commitment to the region, and contribute to the growth of a potentially fast-growing market for mobile digital television services.”

KN Kim added, “Over 120 million handsets are manufactured a year in South Korea. With mobile TV being the big killer application the mobile communications and broadcast industries have been waiting for, whatever happens here in South Korea will undoubtedly be a blueprint for many markets worldwide. Frontier Silicon has invested heavily in mobile TV product development starting with our first semiconductor solutions for T-DMB over two years ago in conjunction with our partners in South Korea. With our new operation here we are ideally placed to support some of the leading players in the mobile TV market at this exciting time.”

Frontier Silicon’s mobile TV strategy is based on developing multi-band/multi-standard solutions in order to support the multiple transmission standards used in commercial launches of mobile TV broadcasts across Korea, USA, Japan and Europe. Last month the company successfully demonstrated T-DMB compliant mobile TV reception using Frontier Silicon’s Kino chipset, which is currently sampling to multiple customers and expected to go in to volume production by the year end; the company also showed its DVB-H mobile TV capability for the first time last month.

About Frontier Silicon
Frontier Silicon is an award-winning company at the forefront of the digital multimedia revolution with a range of semiconductor solutions for mobile digital television, digital TV and digital radio. The company develops and delivers both the broadcast signal receiver modules and digital processing circuits as individual chips and complete system modules to leading consumer electronics and mobile phone brands.

As a Fabless semiconductor business, Frontier Silicon's core products include complete DAB modules, T-DMB (terrestrial digital multimedia broadcasting) solutions, and the underlying system-on-chip (SoC) devices and receiver chips.

Key customers for the company's products include consumer electronic, automotive entertainment and PDA/mobile phone manufacturers such as Bang & Olufsen, Cambridge Audio, Goodmans, Grundig, Hitachi, Ministry of Sound, Philips, PURE Digital, Roberts Radio, Samsung, Sharp, Sony and TEAC. Frontier Silicon has won a number of awards from the Fabless Semiconductor Association (2004), PricewaterhouseCoopers (2004), the World Economic Forum (2005), and the Tornado T100 award. For more information visit www.frontier-silicon.com.

Frontier Silicon uses Meta™ and UCC™ intellectual property from Imagination Technologies.

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Thales UK Selects XJTAG System for Development of SDR Boards

Thales has adopted the XJTAG system for use by development and production engineers at its Crawley, West Sussex (England) facility. The XJTAG system is also being used by Thales’ contract manufacturing partner.

CAMBRIDGE, England, (PRWEB) October 19, 2005 -- Thales UK (www.thalesgroup.co.uk) has selected XJTAG’s boundary scan development system to debug and test complex printed circuit boards (PCBs) used in its market-leading range of software defined radios (SDRs).

Thales has adopted the XJTAG system for use by development and production engineers at its Crawley, West Sussex (England) facility. The XJTAG system is also being used by Thales’ contract manufacturing partner.

Initially, the XJTAG system will be used to debug and test the baseband PCBs that form part of the Thales MSN 8100-H software defined radio (SDR), the first European operational software radio. This radio is designed for naval and ground based applications and will be used on the Royal Navy’s next class of Destroyers, the Type 45, scheduled to enter service in 2009.

Simon Holder, hardware design manager at Thales UK’s Crawley facility, said: “XJTAG is a fast, extremely versatile and cost-effective tool for generating high test coverage on PCBs containing both JTAG and non-JTAG devices. The XJTAG system has enabled us to cut the development time for debugging and testing boards by around 20 percent and it has provided the basis for a common design for test strategy, spanning development, first article build, production and field service.”

“We looked at other boundary scan solutions but we opted for XJTAG due to its price and ease of use, and the fact that test scripts are device rather than board-centric, which makes them reusable on different projects,” added Simon Holder. “The fact that XJTAG integrated seamlessly with other systems, in particular the LabVIEW graphical development environment was also a major benefit.”

Thales UK’s defense activities encompass optronics, air defense, sensors, communications and naval systems. It is the UK’s second largest defense contractor and employs 10,000 staff. The company’s MSN 8100-H software-defined radio platform has been designed as the primary component of a comprehensive high frequency communication network benefiting from the attributes of a versatile, programmable and configurable multi-channel receiver/exciter.

“Our SDR platform, as with many of today’s network-centric systems, uses the very latest technology. For example, the baseband boards in our MSN 8100-H are densely populated and use fine pitch high density connectors, as well as large and expensive BGA/FPGA devices, all of which make the boards difficult to test by traditional methods,” said Gary Delamare, senior engineer, Thales UK. “It made sense for us to use the JTAG chain for debug and testing, as more and more devices on our boards were JTAG-enabled ­ and we opted for the XJTAG system as it was the best and most cost-effective solution.”

“The XJTAG system is truly intuitive - it’s almost a plug and play solution. We were up and running within half a day using the tutorial and development board, and test coverage, for digital circuits, is up around the 80 percent mark already,” added Gary Delamare. “In addition, the fault finding capability of XJTAG is first rate, and we were particularly impressed by XJAnalyser (circuit visualization tool) which provides the capability to read and write to all of the JTAG pins in the chain and see the results graphically on the computer screen.”

The ability to program Flash memories and other non-JTAG devices was an important factor for Thales. By using XJEase (the XJTAG system’s high-level, BASIC-like test description language for manipulating non-JTAG devices), engineers had a rapid means of programming Flash memories both at the development stage and through into production. “Unlike other JTAG tools, XJEase enables circuit developers to re-use XJEase scripts in different projects,” added Gary Delamare. “This portability is really valuable and is not available with traditional programming tools which tend to be tied to one particular processor.”

Simon Payne, chief executive at XJTAG, said: “We are delighted to have been selected by Thales, a global electronics giant, to provide our systems for debug and testing products for use in defense applications. There is huge potential for XJTAG across all markets and demand is growing as awareness increases among design and test engineers for the value of our unique solution, which unlocks the power of boundary scan.”

- XJTAG boundary scan development system to be used initially to debug and test the baseband printed circuit boards (PCBs) that form part of Thales’ market leading MSN 8100-H software defined radio (SDR)

- XJTAG selected ahead of competition due to its price, speed of development, reusability of scripts and ease of integration with other test equipment, such as LabVIEW’s graphical development environment

Photos to accompany the story are available at: http://www.xjtag.com/news_17-10-05.php

For more information about the XJTAG Development System, please contact XJTAG Limited, The Irwin Centre, Scotland Road, Dry Drayton, Cambridge CB3 8AR, UK. Telephone +44 (0) 1954 213888, facsimile +44 (0) 1954 211565. Alternatively visit www.xjtag.com.

Media contact (for XJTAG):

Martin Brooke
Martin Brooke Associates
Tel: +44 (0) 1223 244500

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October 18, 2005

Speedheat® Revolutionizes Space Heating by Turning Your Area Rug into an Invisible Space Heater with the New RugBuddy™

The only UL-listed portable heating product for under area rugs.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 18, 2005 -- The idea of heating a room through your area rug sounds farfetched until you learn about Speedheat’s revolutionary RugBuddy™ under rug space heating products. Like an electric blanket for your floor, RugBuddy is the only UL-listed portable electric radiant heating system in the world approved for use under area rugs.

RugBuddy is the ideal solution for warming cold spots in any room of your home or office. By gently warming from the ground up and allowing heat to naturally rise, RugBuddy takes advantage of the many benefits of radiant heating. You simply place the heating mat under your area rug and insert the GFCI protected plug into the wall. The incredibly thin electric radiant heating blanket heats up in less than 20 minutes. One 5.5 x 8 foot, 470-watt heating panel can warm a 10 x 10 foot room, helping increase your comfort while lowering your energy bills.

RugBuddy is guaranteed safe no matter what type of floor covering is under your area rug (stone, tile, wood, laminate, vinyl, cork, or carpet). The ultra thin floor-heating mat is a mere 1/16” and consists of Generation4™ looped heating coils, sandwiched between two layers of polyester. The full-surround ground screen and GFCI protection provide absolute electrical safety and a fully effective EMR and RF shield. The RugBuddy area rug heaters have undergone rigorous testing and are UL-listed and NEC compliant. The electric under rug heating blankets feature integrated GFCI plugs, can be placed on a timer, are waterproof, and are safe to the touch, even at their highest settings.

The ability of RugBuddy portable heating mats to warm from the ground up produces evenly heated rooms that are more comfortable at lower temperatures, allowing users to reduce traditional thermostat settings; thus saving energy and lowering heating costs. Radiant heating also helps allergy sufferers by reducing the levels of dust, pollen, mold, and other environmental pests spread by conventional forced air heating systems, making your home a healthier place to live.

RugBuddy plug ’n’ play heaters were specifically designed to solve zone heating problems without the expense or mess of adding additional ductwork, baseboard heating units, or dangerous portable space heaters. Since the electric heating panels are hidden under the rug, they are virtually invisible and completely safe unlike traditional space heaters that can tip over and start a fire.

RugBuddy heating panels are available in five energy efficient sizes:

Extra Large: 470-watt, 5.5 x 8 foot
Large: 370-watt, 5 x 7 foot
Medium: 165-watt, 3 x 5 foot
Runner: 165-watt, 2 x 7.5 foot
Small: 65-watt, 3 x 2 foot (perfect for under your desk in your office)

RugBuddy portable, plug-in, under rug heaters can be ordered online at www.speedheat.us.

Speedheat also offers other energy saving electric radiant heating products for use under virtually any flooring including carpet, tile, stone, floating hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and more.

For more information, please call Speedheat at 1-888-WARM FLOOR or visit www.speedheat.us.

About the Company
As the inventors of electric radiant floor heating, Speedheat has produced quality heating solutions since 1985. While electric radiant floor heating is a relatively new concept in the United States, Speedheat is currently heating more than 30,000,000 square feet each year throughout the world. All of the company’s products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in accordance with the National Electric Code and are UL-listed for safety assurance. Speedheat has offices in Australia, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, South Africa, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Their United States headquarters are based in metro Atlanta (Woodstock), Georgia.

Although Speedheat is relatively new to the United States, they have already started to attract media attention. This Old House Magazine featured Speedheat in their “20 of the Year’s Coolest Tools, Gizmos and Gadgets” list for 2004. Speedheat has also received coverage in the Atlanta Home Improvement Magazine, was profiled on HGTV’s International Builder's Show 2004 program, and has already appeared once on the Ask Andrea™ nationally syndicated home improvement radio show and has been asked to reappear again this fall.

Contact:
Ingrid Weir
Speedheat US
1-888-WARM FLOOR
www.speedheat.us

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Start-Up Delivers Local Promotions and Offers From Restaurants, Hotspots and Nightlife To Mobile Phones

Mobile phone users will now be able to find promotions and offers from local restaurants, hot spots and nightlife.

(PRWEB) October 14, 2005 -- Pm32.com, a start-up mobile phone content provider, today announced the launch of its location-based mobile website, making restaurant, nightlife, dessert & coffee promotions available to mobile phone users. Whether people are looking for a cup o’ joe, a quick bite, or five star dining, mobile phone users can go to Pm32.com for the latest promotions and offers from restaurants, hotspots & nightlife in communities across the United States.

Social butterflies coast-to-coast are using mobile phones for more than just talking. Unlike SPAM, pop-ups, junk mail, and coupon books, Pm32.com’s localized content is easy to find and share with friends. Pm32.com text display ads promote everything from signature dishes and daily specials to internet coupons and direct offers. The service saves users from sorting through confusing online directories or yellow pages by giving them immediate access to promotions and offers from local restaurants, hotspots and nightlife right on their mobile phone. Pm32.com updates its content in real-time so mobile phone users have access to the latest and greatest, anytime, anywhere.

“Most of us wait until the last minute to decide where to go for food, drinks, or a night on the town. This is when we’re most open to suggestions and promotions,” says Jackie To, 30, co-founder of Pm32.com, “Our service helps mobile phone users find the best options in town the moment they make this decision.”

Pm32.com users can view local promotions and customize their search by storing multiple locations on their home page. Additional features on the pm32.com mobile site also include “My Preferences” that lets users search for promotions based on cuisine, price, and distance. In addition, users can label and save these personal preferences for future searches.

Mobile phone users can access this free service through their mobile browsers by entering pm32.com, then:

1. Select a Location
2. Select a 1 of 3 Channels: 1)Restaurants, 2) Nightlife 3) Desserts & Coffee
3. Start browsing local promotions and offers

Pricing and Availability

pm32.com never charges users to search its mobile site, although wireless carriers might charge a nominal fee for internet access. Users should contact their wireless carriers for internet access fees. Foodservice and Hospitality providers interested in advertising on pm32.com can contact the company directly.

About pm32.com

pm32.com delivers promotions and offers from local restaurants, hotspots and nightlife to mobile phones. pm32.com, a member of the California Restaurant Association shares the foodservice and hospitality industry’s belief that word of mouth is the best form of advertising. pm32.com pays users who talk about their service 32% of revenue from new advertiser subscriptions. pm32.com never charges access fees, and rewards its users for spreading the word.

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AmericanCell Phone Affiliates Priming to Cash in on Motorola Razr V3X, Motorola Q and Palm Treo 700

With three new cellular phones being released shortly, cellular phone affiliates are priming for a new frenzy of cellular phone buying online.

(PRWEB) October 18, 2005 -- "At $35 to $50 per cell phone sale, AmercanCell (http://www.americancell.com ) is unique among cell phone partner programs, with the highest-paying cell phone commission rates and sales opportunities available on the net," stated Brice Richards, AmericanCell’s VP of Strategy, "no other cell phone affiliate program on the net offers its affiliates such high-paying commission rates while also giving them access to the most popular and lowest prices for cell phones online."

"Speculation about the soon-to-be-released Motorola Razr V3X, Motorola Q, and Palm Treo 700 W is energizing a heck of a lot of people to sign up for our affiliate program. It’s a way for people to cash in on the holiday cellular phone buying frenzy without laying out a dime!" stated Richards.

According to a AmericanCell’s ‘Ideas Group’ (http://www.americancell.com/q_blackberry.htm) , "The highly anticipated release of Motorola’s Q, Razr V3X and Palm Treo’s 700 W has generated a huge wave of excitement in the cell phone industry, everybody wants to own one of these new phones."

The Idea Group reports, "People are still talking about how Motorola’s Razr phones captured the heart of the American cell phone buyer with the Razr V3. And now, just before the holidays, Motorola will release the Razr V3X for Cingular, and the Q for Verizon, (a "Razr- like" PDA phone). On top of all of that, Palm has finally decided to release a Windows-based Palm Treo 700 with Windows Mobile 5 OS.”

While other cell phone affiliate sites hide their commission rates to potential affiliates, AmericanCell openly states the amount that it pays and once an Affiliate signs on, each affiliate receives a personal follow-up calls and emails from the program’s affiliate manager. In this day of fast Internet- no affiliate program boasts the level of personal service for its affiliates that AmericanCell delivers.

With an excellent affiliate program and highly anticipated cellphones coming just in time for the busy holiday season, AmericanCell is in the right place at the right time. Webmasters can cash in on the anticipated excitement by quickly joining AmericanCell’s affiliate program, and posting a banner or including AmericanCell’s cellular offers in an upcoming email newsletter.

If you have a question about the AmericanCell Affiliate program, please visit The Americancell Affiliate website at: http://www.americancell.com/affiliates/index.php

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Mr Test Equipment Announces Comprehensive Lease Programs for Electronic Test Equipment Buyers

Mr Test Equipment today announced the introduction of its Test Equipment Preferred Leasing Program.

(PRWEB) October 18, 2005 -- Mr Test Equipment today announced the introduction of its Test Equipment Preferred Leasing Program.

The program will provide a comprehensive, customized, flexible, suite of leasing and financing options to Mr Test Equipment clients who wish to have greater flexibility on their test equipment purchases.

"Offering clients leasing options will increase clients’ choice and available credit while still maintaining the highest level of service to our clients," said Stephen Hopkins, Director, Mr Test Equipment. “When cash flow is an issue and/or if capital is limited, leasing can be an interesting alternative to an outright purchase. Leasing can provide unique tax advantages, allow clients to utilize the most advanced equipment and lessen the cost burden. It can also let clients obtain all of the test equipment they need immediately, at only a fraction of the cost of buying it.”

Within the program, two general classes of leases are available: finance leases and operating leases. For accounting purposes, finance leases are treated as purchases (included on the balance sheet and depreciated over the lifetime). Alternatively, Operating leases are treated as business expenses and tax deductible. Depending on the clients’ situation, both lease structures can offer unique advantages.

Mr Test Equipment is an international company, with offices and inventory around the globe (Canada, USA, UK, India, China and Australia), that specializes in buying and selling of previously owned (used and refurbished) electronic test and measurement equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, signal generator, calibrator, etc.) from all major manufacturers.

For more detailed information, contact Stephen Hopkins, Mr Test Equipment at 905 274 6200 or visit http://www.mrtestequipment.com

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October 17, 2005

Aloft Technologies to Demonstrate the World’s Most Technologically Advanced Lightweight Aviation Headset at the AOPA Expo

Aloft Technologies announced today that it will be demonstrating the worlds most technologically advanced lightweight aviation headset at the AOPA Expo on November 3-5, 2005 in Tampa, Florida.

(PRWEB) October 17, 2005 -- Aloft Technologies announced today that it will be demonstrating the worlds most technologically advanced lightweight aviation headset at the AOPA Expo.

The Clarity Aloft Headset will be demonstrated at the Tampa Convention Center during the AOPA Expo on November 3-5, 2005 in Tampa, Florida. Aloft Technologies will be found in the expo at booth #817. For additional information contact Aloft Technologies at 612-747-3197 or visit www.ClarityAloft.com. For more information on the AOPA Expo, visit www.AOPA.org

The Clarity Aloft Headset weighs only 1.5 ounces, provides patented self-molding ear tips to achieve superior sound clarity, comfort, and 35-45 decibels of passive noise reduction. Aloft Technologies has succeeded in merging the most advanced technologies from the fields of hearing science, aviation communications, and performance audio into one streamlined aviation headset design, the Clarity Aloft Headset. The Clarity Aloft Headset provides patented self-molding ear tips to achieve superior sound clarity and comfort while providing 35-45 decibels of passive noise reduction.

“The Clarity Aloft Headset has received high market acceptance becoming the most popular lightweight aviation headset offered today,” said Bill Waterman, President of Aloft Technologies. “Pilots everywhere are discovering the freedom of movement, noise reduction, and incredible sound clarity offered by the Clarity Aloft Headset.”

Clarity Aloft has developed a stereo audio input feature for their headsets, allowing pilots more versatility with other media devices such as CD players. Due to its passive feature, there is no need for batteries since it draws only a small amount of power from the aircraft panel.

Also available in a stereo fidelity sound model, the Clarity Aloft Headset offers pilots and passengers with any sort of differential hearing loss the option of setting the sound level of the left and right speakers separately. The volume and balance controls are separate, a more robust feature than the dual volume controls used in other stereo aviation headsets.

Aloft Technologies, headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, produces high quality, technologically advanced products. For additional information contact Aloft Technologies at 612-747-3197 or visit www.ClarityAloft.com

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TWay Plots a Steady Course as Its Major Competitor Spends Millions on Yet Another Business Acquisition

TWay continues to focus its attention – and its resources – on low rates and good service for its online auction customers.

TAMPA, Fla. (PRWEB) October 17, 2005 -- TWay.com announced today it will continue its policy of customer-focused, low-cost online auction services even as auction industry giants continue to grow through acquisitions.

The latest example: EBay’s purchase of VeriSign’s payment processing business. That acquisition, announced earlier this month, cost EBay $370 million.

“With all of the acquisitions going on at the top of the online auction business, we’ve had to take a fresh look at TWay’s policy of offering good, simple services at low cost,” said Dead Burnetti, TWay’s president. “We won’t grow overnight through this simple business plan, but we know our customers appreciate our rates and our service, and that’s reason enough for us to stay the course.”

EBay announced it was buying the VeriSign unit in order to merge it with PayPal, the EBay-owned payment services company.

EBay has spent billions on acquisitions this year. Just last month, EBay purchased Skype, a major Net phone service provider, in a transaction that may exceed $4 billion in value.

Earlier in 2005, EBay bought Shopping.com for $620 million. Before that, it purchased Rent.com for $435 million, and also purchased several classified ad websites – Gumtree.com, LoQUo and OpusForum – for a total of $81.6 million.

“We keep in mind that it’s the little guy – the small-scale buyer or seller -- who ultimately underwrites these expensive corporate purchases,” Burnetti said. “Our customers don’t care if we are an industry mega-player. They simply want a successful transaction that doesn’t cost a whole lot of money.

“That’s what we are committed to providing,” Burnetti said. “For example, our low overhead allows TWay to avoid listing fees of any kind.”

ABOUT TWAY.COM: TWay.com moves online buying and selling to the next level with unparalleled flexibility, options and service. It also offers marketing partnership opportunities to savvy entrepreneurs. To learn more, visit the website at www.TWay.com.

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RFID Tribe Focuses on Startups

RFID Tribe - The World's RFID Collaboration Forum, will focus on starting RFID companies in its October 21 Dallas session.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) October 16, 2005 -- RFID Tribe will feature Incucomm CEO Steve Roemerman as guest speaker on October 21. The meeting theme is "Starting an RF company".

Incucomm has nurtured a number of RFID startups, including Xterprise and Caducys. Firms supported by Incucomm have built a portfolio of RFID patents, both awarded and pending.

"We were happy to support RFID Tribe," said John Volpi, Incucomm's CTO. "The group is part of the concentration of RFID energy and expertise here in Dallas. Steve has been active in supporting our firms and RFID as a developing technology for many years."

About Incucomm: Incucomm and Incucomm Consulting are based on a seasoned team of strategy, business, and technology professionals. Founded in March 2000, the company is based in Dallas Texas, and is privately held.

Incucomm operates an incubator for technology firms, and holds an equity position in a number of young firms. Incucomm Consulting provides services to more mature companies, ranging from large publicly traded corporations, to venture backed firms, and venture investors. Incucomm is on the web at www.incucomm.com

Incucomm is a registered trademark of Incucomm, Inc.

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New Book Rediscovers Vacuum Tube Technology

A new book, “Circuit Analysis of a Legendary Tube Amplifier: The Fender Bassman 5F6-A,” takes a fresh look at a world-famous guitar amplifier and pays tribute to its lasting influence on modern designs.

(PRWEB) October 16, 2005 -- Why would a member of the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society, an organization dedicated to advancing the state of the art in electronics, write an entire book about the design of a vacuum tube amplifier manufactured more than four decades ago? Even back in 1959, the Bassman's innovation must have paled in comparison with the technological leaps being made by space-age transistor circuits. The book only briefly touches upon this important point in its introduction. The remainder of the text is devoted entirely to a step-by-step technical analysis of the 5F6A circuit itself.

To understand the motivation behind the book you need to understand what the “Tweed Bassman” (as it's commonly referred to because of its distinctive, cloth-covered exterior) means to guitar players. “Full-grown guitarists are known to flop to the ground and convulse in gurgling spasms of lustful froth at the mere mention of the phrase 'Tweed Bassman,' and anyone who has played one in good condition knows exactly why,” says Dave Hunter in his book “Guitar Rigs.” To generations of professional musicians the Bassman's mix of harmonic overtones is the holy grail of tone, the perfect balance between clean reproduction and distortion-driven tonal ecstasy.

This magical result happened largely by accident. In fact the 5F6A wasn't even designed for the guitar - as its name implies it was intended to be a bass amplifier. Yet today more than ever the amp's sound hits the mark with guitar players the world over. More than forty years after the original 5F6A ceased production, the best guitar amplifiers are still based on its “long-tailed-pair” with “negative feedback” circuit design. It is to this lasting legacy that the new book from Pentode Press pays tribute.

The book is entitled “Circuit Analysis of a Legendary Tube Amplifier: The Fender Bassman 5F6-A” and is written by Richard Kuehnel.

“Fender” and “Bassman” are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. All rights reserved.

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International ISP Dialer.net Provides Worldwide Visitors with Global Roaming Service and Internet Access at Hong Kong Electronics Fair

Dialer.net, International ISP, allows its users to get wireless access in the HK Convention and Exhibition Centre of Hong Kong and also dialup or Toll-Free access everywhere they go.

Montreal, Canada (PRWEB) October 15, 2005 -- ISP Dialer.net provides several VPN ready access points for dial-up Internet connections in Hong Kong, China. All the visitors for the Autumn Electronics fair 2005 can connect to Internet and send and receive emails during this event by using all the services provided by Dialer.net international internet service provider. All this thanks to their partnership with GlobalRoaming.com. http://www.Globalroaming.com/

Dialer.net’s global network provides its customers worldwide Internet roaming service, with connection in more than 160 countries i.e. Japan, Hong Kong, China, USA. Easy and reliable connections are available by local dial-up, toll-free, WiFi or broadband for PCs, Macs, PDAs and mobile phones. In addition to the Global Roaming Mobile Assistant features included with every account, global "internet access is available with global SMTP that allows to send emails with existing accounts from anywhere worldwide, additional POP3 email account, global SMS service, global FAX service, Internet accelerator, VPN, no set-up fees, no monthly, annual or hidden charges and risk-free money back guarantee. Dialer.net uses a “pay-as-you-go” model, with billing per second of use and no minimum charges. To instantly activate an account, visit http://China.HongKong.Dialer.net/.

With instantaneous access to the Internet from multiple global locations i.e. Hong Kong, USA, Japan, China, Dialer.net services enable travelers and businesspeople to remain in contact and work efficiently when away from the home or office. Special business features are available with the Global Roaming Corporate Hosted Server, allowing companies to supply their remote and mobile employees with widespread Internet access at excellent rates.

For more information, or to activate an account instantly, please visit http://China.HongKong.Dialer.net/.

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DataTech’s DirecStar® Transportable/Remote Satellite System Helps EPA in the Field with Necessary Communications Before, During and After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita

DataTech takes extreme measures to deliver to the EPA several high-speed Internet broadband antenna systems.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 13, 2005 -- Data Technology International, LLC announced today that several of its new DirecStar auto-pointing and deploying systems using Hughes Network Systems’ (HNS) DIRECWAY® broadband satellite system, are being utilized by the EPA from Dallas to assist with recovery efforts from Hurricane Rita.

Jon Gulch, OSC U.S. EPA (On-Scene Coordinator) Region 5 Emergency Response Branch said, “DataTech has taken extreme measures to make sure that the EPA had these units in time to be strategically located for Hurricane Katrina response. These units have provided the EPA with reliable communications in the field, which is a necessity in a response such as this.” The EPA purchased their DataTech DirecStar systems from Miri Microsystems.

Using advanced satellite technology, the HNS DIRECWAY system provides high quality broadband connectivity using small antennas throughout the continental United States. DIRECWAY offers high speed Internet access as well as private intranets, such as those used by many business and disaster relief agencies. The nationwide coverage of the DIRECWAY service, combined with the rapid deployment capability offered by the DataTech DirecStar auto-pointing unit, results in an ideal solution for disaster recovery situations.

Tony Miri of Miri Microsystems, a Michigan satellite Internet sales, installation, and support company said, ‘“We knew from the EPA that they and other government agencies had a need for a portable mobile unit that could get delivered quickly and inexpensively, attached to a roof rack on a vehicle, and be up and running immediately. We were looking for this type of system when we saw a working DirecStar unit at the Satellite Expo 2005 in June and recognized the benefits immediately. When Katrina hit, we accelerated all of our efforts to answer the EPA’s needs for emergency response Portable Satellite Units and designed a roof-rack platform for them. To support communications efforts, the EPA OSCs asked us to deploy the DirecStar systems for Hurricane Katrina response and the units were assembled and sent to the field.”

Additional DataTech DirecStar systems have now been sent to Dallas for use by the EPA, where they’re now being mated with roof racks by employees of Miri and mounted on EPA vehicles to help with the recovery efforts for Rita. Several have already been deployed on EPA SUVs and other vehicles and driven east before Rita made landfall.

Miri continued, “We believe there’s a great interest and need for this type of system within several government agencies and municipalities. Because of the simple, fast installation, the EPA can ship these units anywhere- whenever they’re needed, and install them on vehicles at the sites for instant communications.”

Reed Brown, president of DataTech said, “We are, of course, very glad that our DirecStar system could help with communications response for these two terrible hurricanes. Transportable Internet technology is all about the importance of connectivity. These new Internet satellite systems provide transportable access not only to the EPA, but to users such as homeland security, news organizations, the oil, gas, forestry and mining industries, medical service providers, law enforcement, military, emergency response teams, mobile command centers, government, field offices, broadband and video conferencing, construction and recreational vehicles.”

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Kevin Martin said during a hearing held by the Senate Commerce Committee a few weeks ago that the agency is looking to improve disaster communications. Martin offered three areas for improvement: ensure that the public has the right tools to know when an emergency is coming; give consumers the ability to contact first responders; and enable first responders to communicate seamlessly, via enhanced network resiliency.

The DirecStar system was recently certified by Hughes Network Systems for use with HNS’ DIRECWAY broadband satellite system. This certification included environmental and shock testing and compliance with HNS product performance standards.

Available with a .74 or .98 meter dish, the DirecStar system deploys rapidly, providing instant Internet connectivity with a simple touch screen interface and is easy to install. Transportable, high-speed connectivity gives the EPA broadband access from any remote location, without the need for phone lines. The DirecStar system includes single-platform connection for all users. Such applications as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Secured Private Networks (SPN), transportable Wi-Fi access, real-time Web casts via multicast delivery and streaming and much more, are now available with the DirecStar system with just a click of a button.

For more information or to schedule an interview with Reed Brown or Tony Miri, please call Michael Sherman at 319-754-0604 or send an email to msher @ winegard.com. Please visit our website at photos, software and technical documents related to the EPA’s PSU, visit the PSU EPA Web site. For questions regarding the PSU, please contact Jon Gulch (EPA-R5 OSC) at gulch.jon @ epa.gov or John Gilbert (EPA-ERT) at gilbert.john @ epa.gov.

About DataTech
Data Technology International, LLC is a new company in partnership with Winegard Company and was formed to develop technologies and associated products that deliver transportable Internet and data communications in both domestic and international markets. Its first product line is a series of two-way fixed/transportable mobile satellite Internet systems, offering real-time IP, video, voice, audio, and data communications virtually anywhere, anytime. The first product is a transportable satellite Internet system with dishes ranging from .74 meter to 1.2 meters. For additional information, please visit www.direcstar.com.

About Miri Microsystems
Offering both mobile and fixed DIRECWAY broadband satellite Internet systems from Hughes Network Systems, Miri Microsystems, LLC, provides professional-grade satellite Internet sales, installation, and services, with the option to choose the fastest connection speeds offered by
the DIRECWAY broadband satellite system with Discovery Class service. The company realizes the importance of superior communications in today's business environment and offers the finest equipment for the most competitive prices as well as some of the most qualified technicians in the area, providing consultation, design, installation and maintenance for satellite systems. Broadband satellite Internet access is Miri’s specialty for homes, businesses and mobile satellite Internet services and help to identify concerns which impact the productivity and profitability of business, making recommendations for systems that will best suit the need. For additional information, please visit www.mirimicrosystems.com.

About Hughes Network Systems
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HNS), is the world's leading provider of broadband satellite network solutions for businesses and consumers, with more than 800,000 systems ordered or shipped to customers in 85 countries. HNS pioneered the development of high-speed satellite Internet access services and IP-based networks, which it markets globally under the DIRECWAY brand. DIRECWAY terminals are based on the IPoS (IP over Satellite) global standard, approved by the TIA, ETSI, and ITU standards organizations.

Headquartered outside Washington, D.C. in Germantown, Maryland, USA, HNS maintains sales and support offices worldwide. SkyTerra Communications, Inc. (OTCBB:SKYT) and The DIRECTV Group, Inc. (NYSE:DTV) each own 50% of HNS. SkyTerra is its managing member. For additional information, please visit www.hns.com.

HUGHES and Hughes Network Systems are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC. DIRECWAY is a registered trademark of The DIRECTV Group, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contact:
Michael Sherman
Tel. 319-754-0604
Cell Phone: 901-351-9861

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October 14, 2005

Bellbottoms and Peace Signs are Being Replaced as Carsonator.com Podcasts Brings a New Wave of Expression

As individuality defines each Podcaster, Carsonator.com is influencing the new airwaves with his form of expression.

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) October 14, 2005 -–The technology boom brings with it new ways of doing things, influencing news and how it is received, and changing the airwaves, literally, on a daily basis. Podcasting is the new form of expression. It is unrehearsed, done from the heart, controversial, and very exciting.

Currently, over 25 million MP3 players have been sold around the world, with that number only promising to increase dramatically over the next few years. Podcasting has grown out of this new medium and already has nearly 7 million subscribers. Yet the average Joe is still unaware of this phenomenon.

Carsonator.com is quickly becoming an “Internet landmark” and subscriber’s favorite among listeners. Jason Carson, Creator and Producer, is excited about the rapid changes in the music and political environment. “What first attracted me to Podcasting was the idea that I can create any message I want, in any style I want, and share it with an unlimited number of people.”

Yahoo has recently announced that they will become the first heavy weight search engine to create the ability for users to find podcasts best suited to their likes, organize podcast directories and even allow listeners to rate and rank the podcasts. Though there are a few sites already offering his ability, Yahoo brings a larger audience to the table. “I think this is great for Podcasting,” states Jason Carson. “I produce Carsonator.com for the audience and community it develops. This venture by Yahoo only helps. Other search engines will follow suit soon. It is the wave of the future.”

Yahoo and other search engines are betting on the fact that Podcasting will become the future of the search request. Text as opposed to audio and video is quickly becoming the “Old” format. People no longer want to rummage through pages of text when they can listen to a podcast in their own time. Even well-known TV broadcasters are doing podcasts as well at movie critiques.

Jason Carson easily expresses his impressions of his podcasts along with the entire new form of media, “I've heard it said that the popularity of Podcasting can be attributed to the many advantages inherent in the technology such as time shifting, being able to control what content you receive using subscriptions, etc. Others will tell you it's the ever growing number of new and original podcasts and artists emerging from the wasted landscape left by years of shameless corporate radio. I agree with all of that. But, for me, as I'm sure it is with countless others that have discovered Podcasting; It's total freedom of expression that I have when I record. No scripts. No censors. Just honesty. That simply cannot, and does not, exist in any other form of media or distribution channel out there today.”

Carsonator Contact Information:
Website: http://Carsonator.com

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P+S Technik PRO35 Digital Image Converter Used in the Filming of 'Stella' Featured on Comedy Central

PRO35 allows 35mm film lenses to be used on digital video cameras and expands the creative options for DV shooters.

MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ (PRWEB) October 14, 2005 -- When Harlan Bosmajian, Director of Photography for Stella, a Comedy Central program satirizing everyday experiences -- like finding an apartment, hanging out at a coffee shop, going camping or trying to meet women -- selected the P+S Technik PRO35 Digital Image Converter, it allowed him to dramatically expand the look, definition and potential use of video.

The P+S Technik PRO35 Digital Image Converter gives digital video cameras the ability to capture the same format, depth-of-field, focal length and angle of view as a 35mm motion picture camera, providing close to film quality without the cost associated with film. No longer restricted by a limited number of video lens options, a video filmmaker can now get creative with hundreds of lens choices that were previously the exclusive realm of 35mm filmmakers. This was true in the making of Stella, featuring the comedic trio of Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter and David Wain, as three characters whose travels through everyday life are unlike anything else on television. What are common, normal situations for most people quickly end up in the most unexpected realms when these three are at the helm.

“So many people have thought that 'Stella' was shot on film,” notes Harlan Bosmajian, Director of Photography. “Nothing says film more than depth of field. In my opinion it is the depth of field that gives film its magical quality. Like the way human vision works, depth of field isolates the viewer’s attention on what is important in the shot. Without the filmic depth of field, we lose that part of filmmaking that subconsciously connects the medium with being human. If you don’t have the built in depth of field that the PRO35 provides, you have to create layers of depth through lighting which takes more time, crew and money that is often not available."

"I have shot many projects with the P+S Technik Pro35 and every time people are unsure whether they are looking at film or video. The PRO35 has undoubtedly helped my career by allowing me to create beautiful images on video," concluded Bosmajian.

The P+S Technik PRO35 Digital Image Converter allows camera operators and DPs to attach any Arri PL, Panavision, Canon or Nikon mounted 35mm format film lens to 2/3” format SD or HD video cameras, dramatically enhancing creativity, allowing creation of a close to film look and bringing an vast selection of film lenses to the hands of the DP.

About ZGC Inc.
ZGC is the exclusive distributor for Cooke (NA and SA) and OpTex (NA) products for film, video and digital video production, the SMPTE endorsed Putora Sharpness Indicator Test Charts and the P+S Technik Mini35 and PRO35 Digital Image Converters. The company services all of the professional equipment it sells. ZGC is an authorized dealer for Canon Broadcast, Canon Digital Video, Spintec, Bogen Imaging, Miller, Sachtler, Sennheiser, Toshiba, Equinox, Portabrace, Tiffen, VariZoom and more.

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Silicon Valley's First Association of Consultants Celebrates 30 Years

This release tells the story of how instrumental PATCA has been in changing the face of independent consulting in Silicon Valley over the past three decades. PATCA, the first Silicon Valley professional association of independent consultants, which led the evolution of the expert consulting career model, is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) October 14, 2005 -- Back in the days when professional consultants were mostly lawyers, doctors, and accountants, a group of Silicon Valley engineers joined together to form the first organization in the Bay Area that included independent consulting technologists, as well as traditional business experts. Ever since then, PATCA, now 30 years old, has been a driving force in the evolution of the expert consulting career model.

"Our earliest members were the new cowboys -- reluctantly used to being lone wolves," said Jim Lansing, management consultant and current President of PATCA. "In 1975, the unemployment rate was 8.5%, and for many of us, our first clients were the companies that had just laid us off. Companies were accustomed to working with full-time employees; and hiring managers, especially in the technology industry, had no experience working with expert consultants."

PATCA defined standards for ethical consulting practices, and helped its members to establish businesses and build their client base. Dennis Paull is one of the founding members of the organization, and served as its first President. "We started with a small core group and instantly expanded to 120 members. Some of us were looking for full time jobs; however many of us decided to pursue independent consulting. None of us knew how to market ourselves as consultants, so we published a directory of all of our members so companies would know how to contact us."

Ken Dinwiddie, a member since 1982 recalls, "I'm a software engineer, but when I first walked into PATCA as a new consultant, I had a lot of anxiety and concerns about making a go of it. I found a room full of people who were just like me, but who had been doing this for a long time, and they were willing to communicate their experiences. I felt like I was home, and made consulting my lifelong career."

According to Carl Angotti, an active PATCA member since its first year, "We were one of the first organizations to use technology to share business leads. It used to take a week for a client to obtain a referral to an expert, but we quickly learned to streamline the process by allowing all members to listen to leads left on a central PATCA telephone answering machine. This often gave us first crack at a project, and it helped us win accounts." Today PATCA’s online member database and online Post a Project referral service provide the same rapid service to connect clients with qualified consultants.

Angotti is also a member of IEEE-CNSV (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), the Silicon Valley chapter of one of the largest and most active professional associations for engineers. "PATCA is different, even today," he said. "PATCA gives me exposure to a wider range of experts in all facets of business, and opens up new marketing networks for my technology practice."

Fremont attorney Judy Player is one of those experts, who just joined the group two years ago after delivering a PATCA workshop and finding tremendous networking value. "Several PATCA members have become my clients, and companies have found me through my listing in the online member database."

PATCA is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with a client appreciation mixer on November 3, 2005 at 6:00 p.m., which is sponsored in part by Best Buy for Business and the ICCA (Independent Computer Consultants Association). The event, at Michaels at Shoreline in Mountain View, promises to be a fun-filled evening featuring live music by Los High Tops, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, door prizes, tea tasting, and chair massages. James Stout from Best Buy will be on hand to introduce the hottest consumer electronics of 2005. Tickets are $10 in advance (http://www.patca.org), or $15 at the door. The event is open to the public.

About PATCA

PATCA is a nonprofit professional association of independent consultants and principals who work in small consulting practices. Since its founding in 1975, PATCA members have been highly respected for their professionalism, integrity, objectivity and competence. They include experts in all aspects of business and technology, and serve clients in many industries, throughout the U.S. and the world. PATCA offers a free "Post a Project" referral service at http://www.patca.org for clients searching for an expert consultant, and provides leads, referrals, and consulting education to its consultant members, including monthly meetings in Santa Clara, California.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release, contact PATCA Marketing Director, Carole Edman, Telephone: 1-408-323-0404, or visit the web site at http://www.patca.org. PATCA Administrative Offices are located at 543 Vista Mar Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044.

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Podcasters Meeting in Southern California Next Month For First Convention

Conference sessions and keynotes will address topics ranging from legal issues to potential business models for podcasting.

Laguna Niguel, CA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 13, 2005 -- The first tradeshow and conference for the new medium of podcasting will take place outside Los Angeles on November 11-12, 2005.

Attendees, registered from 19 countries and 35 states, will meet at the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario, California to discuss a wide range of issues including music licensing and copyrights, advertising and subscription business models, using podcasts as a marketing tool and audio and video search.

"Podcasters may produce audio and video content on very different subjects, but many of the business and legal issues they face are the same. The Portable Media Expo and Podcasting Conference offers the opportunity for everyone to come together and discuss these common opportunities and challenges," said Tim Bourquin, Founder of TNC New Media, organizer of the event. "With the incredible growth in podcasting and portable video, there are now thousands of programs on niche and popular topics. For consumers, the challenge is finding the content they want from all of the choices available. For podcasters, the challenge is to stand out in an increasingly crowded space. We’ve put together a conference that addresses both issues.”

Portable Media Expo & Podcasting Conference is the only industry event that brings together tech-influential podcasters, media, content creators and device makers to cover the complete range of business, marketing and legal issues for portable audio & video.

The ability to automate the delivery of time-shifted media to portable devices via an RSS feed, allowing listeners to consume the content on their own schedule, is the focus of the conference sessions. The conference program features a combination of keynotes, expert panel discussions, step-by-step "how to" sessions, and audience participation.

A sampling of session topics scheduled during the two day event includes:

- Podcasting As a Marketing Tool
- How Podcasting Is Changing Traditional Radio
- E-Commerce Tools For Selling Audio and Video
- Music in Podcasts: The Future of Music Licensing
- How Citizen Media Is Changing the Face of Traditional Media
- Investments in Portable Content: Where Capital Is Being Placed
- Audio and Video: The Next Frontier in Search
- How NASA Uses Podcasting To Reach Space Enthusiasts
- The Future of Digital Media Downloads for Portable Devices
- The Realities of Monetization and Corporate Use of Podcasting
and
- Podcasting And The Law

Speakers from companies such as Yahoo!, AOL Singingfish, RealNetworks, PayPal, MTV Networks, Audible, Disneyland, EMusic.com and Whirlpool will talk about podcasting and digital downloads from a corporate point of view.

Keynote addresses will be delivered by:

- Mike Trainor, Chief Mobile Technology Evangelist, Intel
- Don Katz, CEO, Audible, Inc.
- Jason Calacanis, CEO, Weblogs, Inc.
- Angel Gambino, Vice President, Commercial, Strategy & Digital Media, MTV Networks UK
- Leo Laporte, popular podcaster, author, G4TechTV host and The Tech Guy on AM640 KFI in Los Angeles

Nearly 2,000 podcasters and representatives from digital media and music download companies are expected to attend the inaugural event set to be held annually. Several companies are expected to announce wide-reaching podcasting initiatives and new services or tools available to podcasters.

Audible, Inc. is the Platinum Sponsor for the Portable Media Expo and Podcasting Conference 2005. Media Partners for the event include CNET, iLounge.com, DavesiPaq.com, Playlist Magazine, The Mac Observer, Handheld Computing Magazine, iPodObserver.com, Digital Camera Magazine, PocketPC Magazine, iPodGarage.com. The Official Content Delivery Network is Limelight Networks.

Note to Journalists: A press reception, open to registered press, exhibitors and speakers will be held on Thursday, November 10th at 5:30pm. Media credentials can be requested at: http://www.portablemediaexpo.com/press.php

About TNC New Media, Inc.

Portable Media Expo is produced by show organizer and online media developer TNC New Media, Inc. TNC New Media produces unique niche events and online media in several industries including The Small Business Expo, EnduranceRadio.com and Forex Trading Expo.

For More Information Contact:
Tim Bourquin
TNC New Media, Inc.
1-949-488-2407
http://www.PortableMediaExpo.com

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October 13, 2005

TechJobsOttawa.com Launched with 1077 High Tech Jobs in Ottawa

A new career resource for the tech professional in Ottawa lists over one thousand job opportunities.

Richmond, BC (PRWEB) October 13, 2005 -- JobArrow Solutions (http://www.jobarrow.com) officially launched its newest job site: TechJobsOttawa.com (http://www.techjobsottawa.com) with 1077 high tech jobs in the National Capital Region. TechJobsOttawa.com provides free access for job seekers to its entire listing of job opportunities.

Over 150 companies have jobs listed on TechJobsOttawa.com. The basic job posting service is free and hiring managers are invited to submit their company by visiting the website and using the company submission form (http://www.techjobsottawa.com/employers/submit.php). Premium job posting services are also available at competitive rates.

"Our goal is to create the most comprehensive website of high tech jobs in the Ottawa region," says Keith Phu, Vice President of Operations at JobArrow. "We believe TechJobsOttawa.com is a great resource for the Ottawa tech community. We’re excited to be a part of the community and to contribute to its development."

TechJobsOttawa.com relies on search software developed by JobArrow Solutions. Job seekers are able to quickly search thousands of jobs found on corporate websites. Job postings are updated every day, multiple times a day.

JobArrow Solutions produces career websites that are specific to a profession and location. The websites attract a focused demographic of professionals interested in a specific industry and area. JobArrow’s other websites include TechJobsVancouver.com (http://www.techjobsvancouver.com) and TechJobsVictoria.com (http://www.techjobsvictoria.com).

Contact information:
Olive Chan
Marketing and Media Relations
JobArrow Solutions Inc.
Tel: +1 604 562 5717

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Master Your Digital Camera With DigitalCameraEbook.com

DigitalCameraEbook.com provides an Interactive Learning Suite that teaches users how to become expert digital photographers. Seven key software packages, digital camera basics, and over 130 other topics are covered through the use of interactive animations, tutorials, simulations, graphics, and calculators. For users looking to purchase a digital camera, monitor, printer, or accessories, the software contains current buying guides for all equipment. The program also features three selectable user levels to allow the software to grow with the user. Visitors to DigitalCameraEbook.com can sign up for a free minicourse highlighting some of the best digital photography Internet sites.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 13, 2005 -- XLU Publishing, the company behind digital camera news website DigiCamNews.net, announces a way for digital camera owners -- including beginners -- to easily master digital photography and Adobe Photoshop. Through an affiliation with "The 123 of Digital Imaging," DigitalCameraEbook.com provides an Interactive Learning Suite covering over 130 digital photography topics spanning the entire digital imaging process. Also, visitors can sign up for a free multi-part "Guided Tour of The Best Digital Photography Internet Sites," available exclusively at DigitalCameraEbook.com. The minicourse reveals the best places to find digital camera reviews, forums, places to buy, and more.

Over 3,000 full screen-size pages contain thousands of graphics, animations, interactive tutorials, simulations, and calculators to teach users how to take, edit, enhance, organize, manage, print, and share digital pictures. Seven key software packages are discussed, including Adobe Photoshop and Nikon Capture 4.3. Buying guides are included for digital cameras, scanners, monitors, printers, and accessories. As users are ready to learn more, "The 123 of Digital Imaging" provides more detailed content. Three selectable user levels allow the reader to decide the depth and detail of the explanations.

"The 123 of Digital Imaging" is available for $49.99 plus $7.88 shipping and handling from http://digitalcameraebook.com.

About XLU Publishing:

XLU Publishing is an online information marketing company based near St. Louis, Missouri. In the 10 months since initial launch, XLU Publishing's flagship site, DigiCamNews.net, has become the premier digital photography news destination on the Internet. Visitors can read the latest news, compare prices, and read digital photography articles.

For more information, contact:

Matt Gordon
XLU Publishing
(618) 616-5939
e-mail protected from spam bots

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Design Chain Associates, LLC Provides 'China RoHS' Information

Design Chain Associates, LLC, the leading electronics industry design chain consulting firm, is pleased to announce that the company is now supporting clients, the electronics industry, and technical inquiries on the proposed Chinese electronic-product related material restriction and labeling law called 'Administration on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products.'

(PRWEB) October 13, 2005 -- Design Chain Associates, LLC, the leading electronics industry design chain consulting firm, is pleased to announce that the company is now supporting clients, the electronics industry, and technical inquiries on the proposed Chinese electronic-product related material restriction and labeling law called 'Administration on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products.'

“DCA notified the industry earlier this month that China had, on September 28th, finally issued their RoHS-equivalent legislation” said Michael Kirschner, president of Design Chain Associates, LLC. “We have been tracking this for quite some time now and are pleased that we can provide access to and insight on this important legislation”.

DCA has dedicated a web page with information, insight, links to important related documents, and guidance on this legislation and is the first consulting firm or information source in the industry to do so. The page may be accessed at http://www.designchainassociates.com/chinarohs.html.

Included on this page are the following documents:

1. The notification document (as provided to the World Trade Organization Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade on Sept. 28, 2005)
2. The actual text of the proposed legislation, in Chinese, and
3. A link to an article on the legislation written by DCA and published on the Green Supply Line website (www.greensupplyline.com).

As the Chinese Government has said that an official English translation will not be provided any time soon, DCA is working with a large, international law firm to have this legislation translated and will post it on the website when it becomes available. The importance of this can not be understated: companies and governments in World Trade Organization member states have 60 days from the notification date to comment on the proposed legislation. If the industry should learn one thing from it’s experience with the European Union’s environmental legislation (RoHS and WEEE, 2002/95/EC and 2002/96/EC respectively), it’s that clarity and completeness of requirements must be a part of this type of law as early as possible. China RoHS is lacking in details necessary to enable the electronics industry to adequately determine the impact of this law and prepare to meet it.

About Design Chain Associates, LLC
Design Chain Associates' consulting services help Electronics OEMs speed product time-to-market, reduce supply chain risks, and lower costs while increasing engineering and procurement efficiency. DCA offers a variety of technical and management consulting services related to EU and China RoHS and environmental compliance, including public and private seminars, product impact evaluation, personalized training, material composition acquisition, component engineering, Green BOM analysis, and competitive advantage analysis. San Francisco-based DCA has a local presence in other high-tech regions of the country such as the Austin/Houston corridor and the Boston region as well as around the globe through local associates. For more information, visit DCA on the web at http://www.designchainassociates.com.

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Allied Electronics Announces Promotional Contest Winner

Allied Electronics Rewards Illinois Customer with Smartphone

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) October 13, 2005 – Allied Electronics, a subsidiary of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), announced that Duane Hong is the winner of its latest promotional contest.

Hong, vice-president of Wi-Tronix, an Illinois-based supplier of mobile asset monitoring solutions, was chosen in a random drawing of contestants who requested an Allied catalog during the promotion. He will receive a palm One Treo 650 Smartphone.

Hong has relied on Allied for products since his business was launched in February.

“I order from Allied because of their assortment of available parts,” Hong said. “I really like the Allied catalog because it has good detail and color photos of the products.”

Allied has been taking care of customers like Hong for over 75 years. The Fort Worth-based electronic component distributor used the contest to promote its catalog, which features more than 135,000 electronic and electromechanical components in stock and available for same day shipment.

“Using the Allied catalog, customers can find what they need quickly and easily and have it shipped the same day they order it,” says Rob Birse, vice president of marketing at Allied. “This promotion was an excellent opportunity to reward one of our customers.”

For more information on Allied Electronics or to request the latest catalog, visit www.alliedelec.com.

About Allied Electronics
Allied Electronics’ headquarters are located in Fort Worth, Texas with 57 sales branches across the United States and Canada. Allied is a subsidiary of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), the world leading catalog component distributor. Electrocomponents has operations in six continents and headquarters in Oxford, England.

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IKONVERGENZ Appoints Sunjet Components Corp as Representative for Taiwan

IKONVERGENZ has announced the appointment of Sunjet Components as its representative for Taiwan. The partnership provides Taiwanese TV manufacturers with immediate access to quality field-tested LCD TV solutions for the competitive global TV market.

(PRWEB) October 13, 2005 -- IKONVERGENZ, the first Singapore-based R&D center to offer production-ready integrated digital TV (IDTV) to TV manufacturers for immediate mass production, has announced the appointment of Sunjet Components Corp as its Taiwan representative. The partnership provides Taiwanese TV manufacturers with immediate access to quality field-tested LCD TV solutions for the competitive global TV markets and will automatically attract international brands with plans to outsource to Taiwan.

“The partnership between Sunjet and IKONVERGENZ allows Taiwanese TV manufacturers immediate access to the global TV market with minimal investment and a quality tested solution,” said Torsten Frings, managing director of IKONVERGENZ. “Solutions are designed for manufacturing which save TV manufacturers time and money in manufacturing, logistic and warehousing.”

“IKONVERGENZ experience and strong understanding of the TV markets provide our existing customers with the necessary solutions to compete globally,” commented Frank Lin, CEO/President of Sunjet Components Corp. “Our customers are able to mass produce almost immediately to address the respective TV markets without spending too much time and money in research and development.”

The appointment of Sunjet as representative will ensure a greater presence for IKONVERGENZ in the Taiwan market. The partnership’s synergy is summarise as IKONVERGENZ knowledge and experience in digital and analogue TV and Sunjet’s existing relationship with Taiwanese TV manufacturers. IKONVERGENZ will have immediate access to Taiwanese TV manufacturers while Sunjet will be able to offer their customers with a complete line-up of production-ready digital (DVB-T / ATSC) and analogue (PAL / NTSC / SECAM) LCD TV solutions.

About IKONVERGENZ Pte Ltd
IKONVERGENZ Pte Ltd offers production-ready digital (DVB-T / ATSC) and analogue (PAL / NTSC / SECAM) LCD TV solutions to manufacturers for immediate mass production. Based on experience and strong understanding of the TV markets, IKONVERGENZ provides field-tested solutions that are designed-for-manufacturing, which allows TV manufacturers fast-time-to-market, lower manufacturing cost, lower inventory cost, lower logistic cost, lower dead stocks level and minimal investments in R&D. All of IKONVERGENZ solutions are field-tested in the country of sale and protected with patented intellectual properties. For more information, please visit www.ikonvergenz.com .

IKONVERGENZ®, the IKONVERGENZ logo, FPD Solutions for the Senses™, POLARIS™, KENTAURUS™, PEGASUS™, DigiT VConnexx™, DigiT VModul™, ImageAutomiser™, ContrastCompensater™, 3DCombVirtual™, XTENSurround™, GlobalBoard™ and their respective logos are trademarks of IKONVERGENZ in Singapore and/or other countries.

All other company/product names and service marks may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

About Sunjet Components Corp
Sunjet Components Corp is a leading display, IT and communications components distributor. Established in May 1997, Sunjet has represented numerous organisations in the electronic components industry. The company focuses its business scope on the display and multimedia related markets, specialising in general consumer products, surveillance equipments and portable products. Sunjet’s goals are to provide its clients with the most updated market and product information, providing technical application support on behalf of the clients, while creating new business opportunities for its clients.

Media contact
for IKONVERGENZ
Donald Tan
+65.6483 1266 x 128
donald.tan[...]ikonvergenz.com

for Sunjet
Jodge Liu
+886.2.22239188 x 102
judge[...]sunjettech.com

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Seized Electronics and Government Surplus Auctions

The general public can find name brand electronics at up to 90 percent below retail prices.

(PRWEB) October 13, 2005 -- The newly created website, "Seized Electronics" offers the general public a chance to buy name brand electronics at significantly below wholesale prices.

With the constant upgrades and high costs of popular electronic products, the creators of a popular, brand new, discount electronics virtual store, are looking to make shopping for electronics a little easier and a whole lot cheaper. No standing in lines, fighting for parking spaces or paying top dollar is neccessary in order to purchase popular, name brand electronics at low prices. At "Seized Electronics", individuals can purchase seized electronics from auctions, online, near their homes, or buy directly from sources.

Visit the website at http://hop.clickbank.net/?salesmania/bigdeals

Individuals around the world are now able to take advantage of prices that where once only available to wholesalers. Anyone can become a member of this online auction site and save as much as 90 percent off retail prices on top electronics brands. One customer was recently quoted as reporting, "My new Hewlett-Packard notebook cost me less than $300. I can't believe I am able to afford brand names at such prices. Thank you." Another customer writes, "I was able to locate an auction 10 miles from my house through your site and as a result of my membership I'm enjoying a $3000 plasma TV in my living room which I bought for $677."

Every month, tens of thousands of various electronics items become government and bank property through various seizure and surplus laws. Because of the enormous expense to store them, seized and unsold electronics must go fast and very cheaply. "Seized Electronics" provides a place where this all can take place efficiently, conviently and inexpensively.

"Seized Electronics" currently has digital cameras, camcorders, cell phones, dvd players, mp3 players, tv sets, home theaters, game consoles, desktop pcs, notebook pcs, monitors, printers, car electronics and more. The following brands are available. They include, Blaupunkt, Nikon, Gateway, Nokia, LG, Dell, Compaq, Sony, IBM, Olympus, HP, Canon, Panasonic, Toshiba, Bose, Pioneer, and Motorola.

"Seized Electronics" is owned and operated by Airon Corporation. The website can be viewed at:

http://hop.clickbank.net/?salesmania/bigdeals

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Sonion to Build State-of-the-Art Production Site in Vietnam

Sonion, world pioneer and leader in miniature acoustical components today announced plans for a state-of-the-art, 10,000 square meter production and warehouse facility outside of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

(PRWEB) October 14, 2005 -- Sonion, world pioneer and leader in miniature acoustical components today announced plans for a state-of-the-art, 10,000 square meter production and warehouse facility outside of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The facility is on schedule to be completed by the fourth quarter 2006.

Sonion offers the industry’s largest and most innovative range of components for hearing instruments and a full range of acoustical components for mobile phones. Its customers are the globally leading hearing instrument manufacturers and mobile phone manufacturers. The company strives to be their preferred development partner and component supplier.

The Ho Chi Minh City plant is key to the company’s global strategy as it supports continual double digit growth through innovative and cost efficient solutions.

The facility in Ho Chi Minh City is one of the many initiatives Sonion has undertaken to position the company for capturing a larger segment of the hearing instruments and mobile phone components market. The company also plans to expand alliances with local suppliers and to launch leading edge products for its customers.

‘Sonion remains focused on strategies that enable us to better serve customers world-wide, continue to gain market share and expand into new market opportunities such as medical devices, while tightly managing operational costs in this challenging economic environment,’ said President & CEO, Peter U. Scheel. ‘Our number one goal is to better serve our diverse customer base with cost effective products for applications such as hearing instruments, mobile phones, PDAs, headsets and medical devices.’

The Ho Chi Minh City facility is designed to produce Sonion’s transducers for hearing instruments, professional audio and mobile terminals, including silicon microphones based on MEMS technology, for export to the global market. Part of the production equipment needed will be transferred from Sonion’s existing facilities in Poland and China.

With the new factory, Sonion strengthens the supply and logistic channel to its customers, provides needed manufacturing capacity and spreads production exposure over three global facilities – Poland, China and soon to be Vietnam.

‘We chose Vietnam primarily because it is an excellent, emerging country for production. It has a large population of 80 million people with an abundance of young, energetic and highly literate persons. Vietnam is also close to our China facilities and the majority of our customers,’ said Executive Vice President, Jørn Bjerregaard-Nielsen.

‘From a purely strategic business perspective, these new facilities will support our determined goals for the future and Sonion’s ambition to grow even stronger than our markets,’ he said.

About us:
At Sonion, we are 3000 committed employees who work jointly at becoming our customers' preferred development partner and supplier of miniature components. We do this by innovatively and efficiently developing, manufacturing and marketing electroacoustical and electromechanical solutions for our customers that manufacture hearing instruments; mobile terminals; headsets and medical devices. Sonion has facilities in Denmark, Poland, the Netherlands, the USA and the People's Republic of China.

To read more about Sonion visit us at www.sonion.com.

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October 12, 2005

U.S. Army Parachute Technology Demonstration to Feature Atair Aerospace’s Autonomous Agent Swarming and Collision Avoidance Technologies

Atair Aerospace (Atair AS) will demonstrate its Onyx™ precision guided parachute systems and inventive autonomous agent swarming and collision avoidance technologies before an audience of key military officials and field operatives at the 2005 Precision Airdrop Technology Conference and Demonstration (PATCAD) at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground in Yuma, Ariz., October 17-21.

(PRWEB) October 12, 2005 -- Atair Aerospace (Atair AS) will demonstrate its Onyx™ precision guided parachute systems and inventive autonomous agent swarming and collision avoidance technologies before an audience of key military officials and field operatives at the 2005 Precision Airdrop Technology Conference and Demonstration (PATCAD) at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground in Yuma, Ariz. October 17-21.

PATCAD is a biennial event which brings together allied militaries and governments for practical demonstrations and briefings on the latest precision airdrop technologies. Atair AS is among an elite group of defense contractors invited to demonstrate at PATCAD, and the only company demonstrating precision guided parachute systems equipped with advanced swarming (formation flying) and collision avoidance capabilities. In December 2004, Atair AS made history by becoming the first company to successfully develop and demonstrate swarming and collision avoidance capabilities on a fleet of autonomous agent UAVs. The 2005 PATCAD will be Atair AS’s second consecutive invitation to the event, and first opportunity to place its autonomous agent swarming and collision avoidance technologies on an international stage.

Onyx systems are autonomously guided parafoil systems (UAV gliders) designed to allow military cargo to be parachuted from high altitude and horizontal stand off and land accurately on target. Onyx systems can be dropped from an altitude up to 35,000 feet, autonomously glide for 30+ miles, and land on a preprogrammed target—accurate to better than 150 feet. Atair AS's advanced swarming and collision avoidance capabilities enable multiple Onyx systems (50+) with payloads ranging from two pound ground sensors or small munitions to 2,200 pounds of supplies to be deployed in the same airspace, guiding to one or multiple targets without the possibility of midair collisions. Atair AS developed the Onyx system under contract with the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Center.

Headquartered in Brooklyn, N.Y., Atair Aerospace is a high-technology defense contractor dedicated to modernizing military, government, and corporate logistics by creatively solving complex aerospace and engineering problems that integrate the state-of-the-art in parachute designs and guidance, navigation, and control systems.

For more information, contact Rick Zaccari at e-mail protected from spam bots or visit the Atair Aerospace website at www.atairaerospace.com.

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SavRow Launches Dual Core and High Extreme Graphics Power Laptops for Evil Scientists, Geniuses and Gamers

Dual Core processors, very recently defined the high end domain of Desktop computer systems - not anymore. SavRow are proud to launch the Katana X9 dual-core powered mobile workstation for gamers, evil scientists and geniuses, and the mobile Blade 75 for their henchmen.

(PRWEB) October 12, 2005 -- SavRow today launch the Katana X9 desktop replacement mobile workstation featuring the very latest AMD dual core 64 bit processors for phenomenal dual processing power and performance, or AMD Athlon 64 FX CPU's designed to boost gaming performance.

The Katana X9 is a dream system for gamers, and professional users alike. We are unique in offering a dual-core mobile workstation platform off the bat with 4 different graphics card solutions.

"Unlike traditional laptops, ours feature upgradeable graphics, and the Katana is no exception. The platform is today available with ATI and NVIDIA graphics, with the top end gaming solution NVIDIA Go 7800 GTX to the workstation focussed Quadro 1400 FX all available and interchangeable on the same platform."

Power exchangeable graphics are not limited to AMD fans either as the Katana X9's Intel cousin the Katana 90 features compatible interchangeable graphics modules and Pentium 4 processors up to 3.8GHz.

"The Katana X9 does not compromise and moreover gives you the flexibility to enjoy desktop performance in a mobile unit."

The Katana X9, is the world’s first notebook with a Dual Core AMD Athlon 64 X2 processor for blistering application performance. From artwork design to video editing and gaming, the dual core processor will make sure that the system stays responsive when taking care of the most complex multiple tasks. The 64 bit processing delivers true multi-tasking, allowing you to switch from one program to another without waiting for the computer to catch up.

The Katana X9 features fully upgradeable video technology to ensure that even the latest applications and games look their best wherever you are. It supports the most powerful mobile graphics accelerators available from ATi and NVIDIA including ATI’s Mobility Radeon X800, NVIDIA 6800 Ultra, NVIDIA’s Quadro FX1400 or NVIDIA’s 7800 GTX.

Sleek lines and exceptional mobile performance and battery life help define, the NVIDIA 7800GTX toting Blade 75 laptop.

"We wanted a laptop solution that would offer upgradeable mobile graphics, WUXGA resolutions for compatibility with High Definition Video and exceptional 3D performance and thankfully, the Katana X9 and Blade 75 offer both of these to our clients"

Both systems are available to order from SavRow computers.

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SchmartBoard Announces 3 New Contests to Win New Product Line

Contests are open to everyone worldwide.

Fremont, CA (PRWEB) October 12, 2005 -- SchmartBoard, a company that develops products for prototyping electronic circuits, announced today three new contests to promote their new line of prototype boards called SchmartBoard|ez. The new product line makes it possible for virtually anyone to hand solder integrated circuits (ICs), even BGA (Ball Grid Array). Based on surveys of companies and universities, SchmartBoard believes that this product will have a huge impact for both industry and academia.

The first contest is open to everyone worldwide. All it requires is that one registers online. http://www.schmartboard.com/index.asp?page=SchmartLAND_contest

The second contest is for people who have signed up for or are active on the companies Yahoo Groups forum. This forum is for students, engineers and hobbyists who are interested in SchmartBoard. http://www.schmartboard.com/index.asp?page=SchmartLAND_groups

The third contest is for people who register after they purchase SchmartBoard products either at www.schmartboard.com or from one of SchmartBoard’s distributors, worldwide. http://www.schmartboard.com/index.asp?page=SchmartLAND_register

In discussions with universities, SchmartBoard has found that hand soldering components is also a hindrance in teaching electrical engineering. Universities want to focus on teaching theory, not soldering skills. The ability for students to hand solder is a significant hurdle especially on "senior projects" in which students are expected to create a working circuit in order to graduate. SchmartBoard expects that students will develop an interest in electronics at an earlier age due to SchmartBoard|ez technology.

Details on SchmartBoard|ez, including a three-minute flash and a video of the company demonstrating the new technology at the recent DEMOfall show, can be seen at www.schmartboard.com

About SchmartBoard
SchmartBoard is committed to helping engineers, students, and hobbyists develop electronic circuits faster, easier, and less expensively than previously possible. At SchmartBoard, our three-word mission statement is "Electronics for Everyone." More information is available at http://www.schmartboard.com

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New Report Due December 2005: Materials For Printed Electronics: Opportunities and Markets

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25559) has announced the addition of Materials For Printed Electronics: Opportunities and Markets to their offering.

(PRWEB) October 12, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25559) has announced the addition of Materials For Printed Electronics: Opportunities and Markets to their offering.

With printed electronics now promising large markets in a few years, we believe that their will be growing opportunities for selling new materials products into this sector. These opportunities will include novel organic and metallic inks, a variety of substrate materials and interesting new solvents, mask making materials, etc. This new direction has potential for firms in the specialty chemical, materials, electronics, semiconductors and printing industries and should also be of interest to investors seeking to make money from an important direction for new materials development.

This report is designed to quantify the opportunities, providing detailed forecasts of materials needed for printed electronics, broken out by chemistry, application and type of printing technology. It will also review the latest R&D and the marketing strategies of firms already active in this sector.

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25559

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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Battle for User Experience Will Determine War for Consumer Mindshare

New research from The Diffusion Group finds “Digital Cable Ready” is just the first shot in a multi-industry battle for consumer control.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 11, 2005 -- As the cable TV industry, consumer electronics manufacturers, and content providers prepare for Digital Cable Ready devices, a battle will be waged over who controls the user experience. According to "The Transition to Digital Cable Ready," The Diffusion Group’s most recent digital media analysis, each of these three groups has diverse and often conflicting motives for pushing DCR:

• Cable operators hope to eliminate the expense of subsidizing digital set-top boxes, but are determined to maintain control over the user interface, and even reach beyond the television into the home’s network;
• Consumer electronics manufacturers are hoping to wrest control away from the set top box through the sale of DCR-enabled TVs and DVRs, and are reluctant to grant cable operators exclusive license to the user interface; and
• Content providers, advertisers and programmers are hoping interactivity will measurably improve their control of user experience, while the viewer finds new ways to thwart traditional content funding models.

In all three of these cases, the goal is controlling the user experience – starting with the menu through which consumers will view content options, identify and navigate between programs, and control their viewing experience. As more digital electronics find their way into consumer homes, and as more of these devices become connected to one another, the value of a single easy-to-use interface that allows control of multiple content sources becomes more important to both consumers and vendors.

“Digital Cable Ready is not your father’s Cable Ready,” said Gary Sasaki, consulting analyst with The Diffusion Group. “DCR defines much more than how the tuner works – it defines the user interface, the flow of commerce, and the way products and services can interact with the viewer.”

Sasaki points out that Digital Cable Ready is not just a U.S. issue. Older televisions could afford to let issues stop at the border. New DCR products and services must be mindful of international issues because interactive experiences will be based on international standards.

“Current Digital Cable Ready products are just a stop-gap, and everyone knows it, except perhaps the consumer,” said Sasaki. “Today’s solution is based on the CableCARD which involves as many as six parties – the MSO, the technician, the consumer, the CableCARD vendor, the television/DVR/STB vendor, and the retailer – it is easy to point fingers at the other guy when something goes wrong. But these problems only mask the real battlegrounds that DCR will expose in the future.”

TDG’s latest report, "The Transition to Digital Cable Ready: Analysis & Forecasts," provides a detailed examination of the transition from analog to digital set-top boxes, to CableCARDs and ultimately downloadable security. The report provides a detailed explanation of technologies and specific standards involved in the transition to Digital Cable Ready; an analysis of the market and bureaucratic forces driving the movement to embedded conditional access and security in the US cable industry; an examination of consumer TV purchase intentions and familiarity with Digital Cable Ready products; as well as detailed forecasts for Digital Cable Ready products through 2010.

About The Diffusion Group
The Diffusion Group is a consumer technology research and strategic marketing firm focused on the connected consumer and new media. Our mission is simple: to provide timely, actionable intelligence designed to best position new consumer technologies for rapid diffusion. TDG is committed to providing market research and strategic consulting services based on conservative, real-world analysis and market forecasts grounded in consumer research. For more information about The Diffusion Group, visit our website at www.tdgresearch.com.

Contact:
Andy Tarczon
469.287.8060

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October 11, 2005

New 100 Grms HALT/HASS Vibration System Exhibited at IEEE ASTR 2005 Meeting in Austin, TX

At the Annual ASTR IEEE 2005 Meeting, Hanse Environmental, Inc. introduced a new technological breakthrough with their new HALT/HASS vibration systems. The invention doubles the available six-degree-of-freedom (6DoF) vibration force from the general industry specification of 50 Grms to 100 Grms for accelerated stress testing of products. This is a 100% increase and allows larger product loads to be tested for reliability and/or production screening while markedly reducing air consumption per Grms by 50%.

Austin, Texas, (PRWEB) October 11, 2005 -- At the Annual ASTR IEEE 2005 Meeting, Hanse Environmental, Inc. introduced a new technological breakthrough with their new HALT/HASS vibration systems. The invention doubles the available six-degree-of-freedom (6DoF) vibration force from the general industry specification of 50 Grms to 100 Grms for accelerated stress testing of products. This is a 100% increase and allows larger product loads to be tested for reliability and/or production screening while markedly reducing air consumption per Grms by 50%.

ASTR attendees were anxious to learn more because this U.S. Patent Pending invention will mean that as manufactures of electronic products they will be able to markedly shorten time to market of new products and improve production throughput. Prior to this, Highly Accelerated Life Tests (HALT) and Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) were limited by the weight of products tested. HALT is used by manufactures to develop reliable robust products. HASS is used in production to screen out early life defects.

The Hanse 6DoF Vibration system consists of a specially designed table with pneumatic actuators underneath. The system can generated up to 100 Grms over a frequency range of 10 to 10,000 Hz in three axes and rotational about each axis. The energy is largely contained below 4,000 Hz for excellent low frequency response.

The Hanse exhibit displayed the actual Power Spectral Density (PSD) plots that demonstrated this breakthrough achievement. The large number of inquires by the ASTR attendees demonstrated their keen interest in this new breakthrough.

Importantly, the vibration table and exciters are unconditionally warranted for 3 years. Eight standard models are available ranging from 1 to 36 square feet.

For HALT and HASS testing the vibration systems are installed in specially designed environmental chambers capable of temperature change rates of 70°C per minute. The chambers have a temperature range from –65 to 200°C. Humidity is also available as an option.

The new Hanse Vibration Systems are available as a:

* Hanse turnkey HALT/HASS System with rapid thermal cycling.

* Standalone Vibration System.

* Retrofit upgrade of Hanse’s existing HALT/HASS Systems or those of other HALT/HASS manufacturers.

* New HALT/HASS System from our Global Strategic Alliance Network of environmental chamber manufacturers that utilize Hanse’s vibration systems in their HALT/HASS Chambers.

For 15 years Hanse has been a global supplier of Environmental Stress Systems, HALT/HASS, specialized environmental chambers, environmental processing systems, and six-degree-of-freedom vibration systems. The company is represented worldwide by sales and service representatives.

In addition, a new HALT/HASS test laboratory with two more being established by our global strategic partners will provide testing facilities to users and will introduce the new 100 Grms vibration capabilities. Hanse is spearheading this global effort.

Over the years, Hanse has concentrated their engineering efforts to continually improve their products. The result is system performance that leapfrogs the industry as witnessed by this new invention.

Recently a fourth building has been added to the Hanse complex in Allegan, Michigan to house their World Headquarters and expanded R&D operations. More information and summary specifications are available at: http://www.hanseenv.com.

The IEEE ASTR 2005 Meeting and Workshop purpose was to share ideas on better ways of accelerating and detecting hidden defects, flaws, and weaknesses in electronic and electro-mechanical hardware that would result in failures during usage. These techniques are focused on testing electronic hardware to destruction limits and root cause investigation to determine the physics-of-failure. The goal of AST is to produce mature products at market introduction and, in making it robust, the product can be screened for manufacturing defects with high combined stresses (beyond end-use specifications) for shorter lengths of time. Hanse stated that they totally support the IEEE ASTR goals and objectives.

CONTACT INFORMATION

John Sexton
Sexton Corporation
Tel: 616-335-8290
Fax: 616-335-9774
e-mail protected from spam bots
http:www.sextoncorp.com

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Photobird.com Introduces the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide

200 cameras, 1000 reviews in 12 languages. Comprehensive, easy-to-use, and free.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 11, 2005 -- Photobird.com, the easy way to share your photos around the world, today announced the immediate availability of the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide.

This comprehensive and frequently updated list of 200 digital cameras and 1000 reviews in 12 languages makes it easy to shop for digital cameras. The intuitive, easy-to-read design assists digital camera shoppers with their research and helps them choose from a myriad of available digital camera features and options. The Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide is available for free at www.photobird.com/buyersguide/ and can be found in the Photobird Learning Center at www.photobird.com/learn/ . A free trial to Photobird.com and more information about easily sharing your photos with friends and family is also available at www.photobird.com .

"There is an overwhelming number of digital cameras available and so many websites that review digital cameras, that shoppers needed a comprehensive, easy-to-read, frequently updated list of digital cameras and digital camera reviews to jump start their research. Shoppers now have a buyer's guide that's comprehensive, free from advertising clutter, and makes shopping for a digital camera much easier," said Ed Krimen, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Photobird.com. "If you're the type of shopper who just wants some simple details before making a purchase decision, then you'll really like that the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide helps you quickly find the right cameras. If you're the type of shopper who spends hours and hours researching every specific camera detail, then you'll appreciate that the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide links to the highest-quality digital camera reviews and sample photos that are available on the web."

Using Photobird's "Top 10 List for Buying a Digital Camera" as a foundation, the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide focuses on the most important digital camera features to help you start shopping. The Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide lists cameras along with:

- relative size of the camera
- price
- number of megapixels
- LCD size
- zoom capabilities
- memory card compatibility
- battery type
- manufacturer
- model name

To expedite your research, the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide also helps you focus your choices by allowing you to sort digital cameras by size:

- All cameras
- Tiny cameras only
- Tiny and compact cameras
- Compact and medium-sized cameras
- Medium, large, and SLR cameras

Several times a week, the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide is updated with the latest reviews from the best digital camera review websites. The Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide is also updated when new digital cameras are announced and when digital cameras are no longer available. You can track these on-going changes in the Changelog for the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide which is available at www.photobird.com/learn/buyersguide/changelog/ and linked from the bottom of the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide.

While shopping for your new digital camera, if you want some feedback from customers or have a question about the camera you're interested in, you can peruse discussions and post questions in the new Photobird forums, which are now available in conjunction with the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide. The Photobird forums have individual forums for each camera manufacturer as well as forums for sharing your photos with others and learning new digital photography skills. The Photobird forums are linked from each digital camera in the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide, and are also available at www.photobird.com/forums/ .

Finally, when you've completed your research, you can purchase your digital camera online using the "Buy" links that are available throughout the Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The Photobird Digital Camera Buyer's Guide announced today is available for free to everyone who visits Photobird.com. For sharing your digital photos, Photobird.com offers flexible and convenient monthly and yearly subscription options, available at www.photobird.com/subscribe. Photobird.com is currently offering a 50% discount on yearly subscriptions until October 31, 2005. For about $2 per month -- less than the price for storage space for a website that you would need to build yourself -- Photobird.com provides the storage space and the unique, professionally-designed website to make it easy to create your own online photo albums.

ABOUT PHOTOBIRD.COM
Photobird.com makes it easy for digital camera users to share their photos with friends and family around the world. As a family-owned and operated business with a focus on the needs of customers, Photobird.com wants your experience sharing and viewing photos to be the best it can be. For more information about Photobird.com, visit www.photobird.com.

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Jennic Opens Third International Sales Office and Appoints John Morris as Vice President - Americas

Jennic has appointed John Morris as vice president of its Americas operation, with the opening of its new office based in San Diego, CA. This is the company’s third international sales and support office, after recently establishing local operations in Taiwan and Japan. Morris will be responsible for building out the Americas’ office sales team including local, in-country support and field sales.

Sheffield, UK (PRWEB) October 11, 2005 -- Jennic has appointed John Morris as vice president of its Americas operation, with the opening of its new office based in San Diego, CA. This is the company’s third international sales and support office, after recently establishing local operations in Taiwan and Japan. Morris will be responsible for building out the Americas’ office sales team including local, in-country support and field sales. The Americas operation will include a network of local factory representatives and distribution.

John Morris joins the company from Figure 8 Wireless, a division of Chipcon, where he was vice president of ZigBee marketing. Morris has been a key player in the wireless and wired device networking space for over a decade, with senior level positions in a number of pioneering companies including Echelon Corporation and most recently Chipcon/Figure 8 Wireless.

Mike Clancy, VP of worldwide sales for Jennic commented, “John is going to be a tremendous asset for the company, and he brings a wealth of experience to the company, especially with his strong background in IEEE802.15.4 and ZigBee related activity.” He added, “At Jennic we are rapidly building our worldwide sales, distribution and partner network as we gear up for volume production of our single chip wireless microcontroller. North America is increasingly becoming important as the emerging IEEE802.15.4/ZigBee market is quickly gaining traction, particularly in the lighting, building automation and healthcare sectors.”

Jennic recently launched the JN5121, a single chip IEEE802.15.4-compliant wireless microcontroller that is a complete system-on-chip featuring a 2.4GHz radio, analog peripheral blocks and digital sub-system based on a 32-bit RISC processor and memory. The product addresses a diverse range of applications, ranging from simple point-to-point wireless to proprietary mesh networks and ZigBee. Mike Clancy commented, “This is an emerging market but has potential to grow rapidly. Having John on board will ensure that we are able to aggressively build Jennic’s position as a leading supplier for wireless sensor network application designs in the Americas.”

About Jennic:
Jennic is a fabless semiconductor company leading the wireless connectivity revolution into new applications. Its expertise in systems and software combined with world class RF and digital chip design provides low cost, highly integrated silicon solutions for the low power short range wireless data market with a focus on the IEEE802.15.4 and ZigBee standards. The company’s products include state-of-the-art low power wireless microcontrollers, transceivers and low cost development platforms. Headquartered in Sheffield, UK, and employing over 60 people, Jennic is privately held and has a track record of successful silicon chip development for wireless applications over the last nine years.

Contact:
Fiona Davis, Jennic
Tel: +44 (0) 114 281 2655
Fax: +44 (0) 114 281 2951

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Design News Announces Ground-Breaking Online Motion Control and Automation Conference 2005, Sponsored by National Instruments, Galil and Aerotech

Design News announces the Ground-Breaking Online Motion Control and Automation Conference 2005, Live October 11-12, 2005. The event is sponsored by National Instruments, International Rectifier, Aerotech, Galil Motion Control, Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation Division and Banner Engineering.

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) October 10, 2005 -- Design News, the leading publication covering the latest tools, components, and materials used in mechanical and electromechanical design of a broad range of products, announces the Ground-Breaking Online Motion Control and Automation Conference 2005, Live October 11-12, 2005. The event is organized by Design News and sponsored by National Instruments, International Rectifier, Aerotech, Galil Motion Control, Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation Division and Banner Engineering.

The online conference offers a compelling multi-session conference program with leading industry experts. Visitors are able to attend straight from the comfort of their home or office. Topics to be covered:

- Amplifiers & Drives
- Controllers
- Feedback Devices
- Automation
- Mechanical components
- Motors

The Online Motion Control and Automation Conference is an online educational event designed for engineers who want to learn about new motion control and automation strategies, from the engineers who are using them. The conference agenda will deliver content-rich sessions and case studies addressing the relevant topics. Presenters include Dr. Eric Baumgartner, NASA JPL senior engineer that will be lecturing about: "The Mars Exploration Rover Instrument Positioning System."

This free online event comprised of multiple webcasts. Leading industry experts and solution providers offer attendees a unique opportunity to participate straight from the comfort of their home or office.

Webcast topics include:
- Tuning Servo Systems - Classical and Advanced Methods
- Optimal Component Selection for High-Performance Motion Control
- Where Are You on the Evolutionary Scale of Motion Control?
- How to Slash Design Time with Simulation Tools
- Demystifying Vision Sensing
- Addressing More Efficient Motors

More information about the event and free registration:
http://www.designnews.com/e2emotion

About the sponsors:

Aerotech
Aerotech has designed and manufactured the highest performance motion control and positioning systems for our customers in industry, government, science and research institutions around the world.

Banner Engineering
Banner offers complete and integrated line of sensing and machine safety products, from Photoelectric Sensors to Machine Safety Products, Vision Sensors, and Precision Measurement and Inspection Products.

Galil Motion Control
Galil Motion Control, Inc. specializes in providing microprocessor-based motion controllers for the purpose of controlling motors with utmost precision.

International Rectifier (IR)
International Rectifier (NYSE:IRF) engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of power management products. Its products include analog integrated circuits and advanced circuit devices, power systems, and power components.

National Instruments
National Instruments (Nasdaq:NATI) is a technology pioneer and leader in virtual instrumentation. Leveraging PCs and commercial technologies, virtual instrumentation increases productivity and lowers costs for test, control and design applications through easy-to-integrate software, such as NI LabVIEW, and modular measurement and control hardware for PXI, PCI, USB and Ethernet.

Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin (NYSE: PH) is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.

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October 10, 2005

Nexlogic Technologies, Inc. Certified For Pb-Free Assembly By Kester University

Ready to serve customers in medical, military/aerospace, semiconductor and industrial markets for PCB design, turn-key and lead-free manufacturing

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) October 10, 2005 -– Nexlogic Technologies, Inc., a premier PCB service provider and ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer announced it has received Kester University certification for completing an intensive Pb-free/RoHS compliance course. By satisfactorily completing the Kester University course and meeting Pb-free assembly requirements, Nexlogic Technologies’ processes and personnel are certified to perform Pb-free assembly.

Zulki Khan, founder and president of Nexlogic Technologies, Inc., said, “We are highly pleased with the training and recommendations from Kester’s professional team of consultants, educators, and assembly specialists. This high-caliber training and guidance they provided allow us to smoothly transition to Pb-free design, assembly, inventory control and management, and component procurement.”

The three-day onsite Kester University course covered classroom training of all Nexlogic Technologies’ personnel and a comprehensive audit of the company’s design, fabrication, assembly, test, and procurement systems and procedures. Personnel trained included design engineering teams, CAD/CAM engineers, customer service, sales, technicians, procurement, process, rework, and inspection.

As a result of the technical audit, Nexlogic invested in new equipments such as a wave solder system with six pre-heaters front and back for Pb-free assemblies, an automatic inspection system, and an x-ray machine to assure defect free, Pb-free assembly of BGA and CSP-populated boards. Investment for the new equipment totaled $350,000.

Mr. Khan said, “The x-ray machine is very powerful at 120 KVA rating with 500X magnification power. This capability allows us to eliminate open shorts and other defects when we perform Pb-free assembly of flip-chip, BGA, and CSP populated boards.”

About Kester University
Kester University is the educational division of Kester with its training and consulting services offered only in the North American region. Founded in 1899, Kester is a world-renowned supplier of solder and related materials and services to the electronics assembly, micro-component, industrial soldering, hardware/retail and wholesale plumbing markets. Kester is known for high quality, advanced technology and superior technical support. With headquarters in Des Plaines, IL, Kester has additional manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Singapore, Germany, Japan, Brazil, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its worldwide manufacturing and technical capabilities provide the support required to serve major electronics manufacturing services providers and OEMs.

About Nexlogic Technologies Inc.
Nexlogic is a leading electronic manufacturing services provider that offers total integrated circuit board solutions. This includes board design layout, fabrication, assembly, component procurement, and related ancillary services, all at one San Jose, CA location. As a 10-year industry veteran, Nexlogic is ready to serve many major OEMs in R&D projects, for RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and WEEE compliance products and new technologies that requires state of the art facility in time to market issues.

Nexlogic just celebrated their tenth Anniversary with expertise in board design layout of multi-layer, analog and digital, ultra high-speed, differential pairs, and controlled impedance designs. This is achieved by utilizing industry standard tools from such companies as Cadence and Mentor Graphics. We offer PCB fabrication of multi-layer PCB up to 30 layers, as well as PCB assembly for surface mount technology (SMT), through hole, fine pitch, BGA and uBGA (Micro BGA) devices. Nexlogic also offers BGA reballing & rework.

1995-2005 10th anniversary year
An ISO 9001:2000 Certified Company
Nexlogic is a premier PCB service provider with key services such as board design layout, fabrication, component procurement, assembly, and test. The company was established in 1995 and serves over 100 customers in North America. Nexlogic’s mission is to be the best electronic manufacturing services (EMS) provider to the markets it serves through high quality and an efficient manufacturing process.
http://www.nexlogic.com

Contact:
Dan Garza
DGPR, Inc.
(408)364-0126

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QSI Graphical Operator Interface Used in GP2 Technologies' Book Binding Machinery

QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has been selected by GP2 Technologies, Inc., manufacturer of bindery machinery, to provide the graphic human machine interface (HMI) on GP2 Technologies’ casemaking machinery for on-demand, short-run and entry-level bindery automation applications.

Salt Lake City, Utah (PRWEB) October 9, 2005 -- QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has been selected by GP2 Technologies, Inc., manufacturer of bindery machinery, to provide the graphic human machine interface (HMI) on GP2 Technologies’ casemaking machinery for on-demand, short-run and entry-level bindery automation applications.

QSI Corporation’s QTERM-G70 rugged operator interface terminal is currently used in GP2 Technologies’ SC-2 Autocase, AC-20 Autocase and LC-10 Autocase semi- and fully-automatic casemakers. The QTERM-G70 will also be used in the AL-20 Autoliner, a truly revolutionary machine for the application of liners to ring binders, letter files, calendars, game boards, photo albums and similar products. QSI’s QTERM-G70 graphic touch screen terminal is representative of the advanced technology built into the GP2 Technologies’ machinery and not found on other entry- or mid-level bindery equipment.

QSI’s QTERM-G70 is a rugged, Ethernet-enabled graphic human-machine terminal using a touch screen to interface with the user. This rugged terminal features a robust list of industrial-grade hardware features and options including a 320x240 lighted graphic LCD display (color or grayscale); 100Base-T Ethernet with TCP/IP support; touch screen with optional PS/2 keyboard connection; EIA-232, -422 or -485 serial interface; and 4 Mbytes Flash / 16 Mbytes RAM. The QTERM-G70 graphic terminal is ruggedized for use in harsh industrial environments and is NEMA-4 rated and CE certified.

The QTERM-G70 uses an object-based graphic terminal programming language called Qlarity™ (pronounced Clarity). Designing a simple control panel interface or a complete stand-alone application has never been easier. The ability to use pre-defined objects, edit existing objects or author your own objects, provides flexibility to the novice and expert alike. Qlarity Foundry™, a PC-based design tool, provides a Windows® environment for screen creation, application simulation, debugging and downloading to the QTERM-G70 terminal.

“We're excited about working with GP2 Technologies on their newest introduction of an automated, cost-effective system," said Karen Stanley, Sales Manager for QSI. "The QTERM-G70 allows the operator to see the measured size of the book on the display screen, providing better-quality end products."

"The QTERM-G70 touch screen further exemplifies our commitment to user-friendly, simple-to-operate casemakers,” said Jerry Peterson, Vice President of Operations for GP2 Technologies, Inc. “With GP2 Technologies’ innovative products, you will make covers, not make-readies.”

To learn more about GP2 Technologies’ book bindery machinery, visit http://www.gp2tech.com.

To learn more about the QTERM-G70, visit http://www.qsicorp.com/qterm-g70.html. Graphic images of the QTERM-G70 can be downloaded from http://images.qsicorp.com. A QTERM-G70 data sheet can be downloaded at http://www.qsicorp.com/pdfs/data_sheets/qterm-g70-ds.pdf. For more information contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770, Fax 801-466-8792, Email e-mail protected from spam bots, Web www.qsicorp.com or www.qlarity.com.

About QSI Corporation
Established in 1983, QSI Corporation is a manufacturer of rugged handheld, panel-mount and pedestal-mount terminals for industrial OEMs and commercial vehicle systems integrators. QSI’s human machine interface (HMI) and mobile data terminal (MDT) products include character and graphic terminals that are programmable, customizable, CE certified and NEMA 4/12/13 rated. Numerous interfaces are available, including EIA-232, EIA-422, EIA-485, J1708, Ethernet and Power-over-Ethernet. QSI excels at designing and building custom and semi-custom terminals able to withstand high levels of shock, vibration, humidity and other environmental parameters. All QSI Corporation products are manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information, contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770 or e-mail protected from spam bots.

About GP2 Technologies, Inc.
GP2 Technologies, Inc., based in Bow, New Hampshire, is the leader in casemaking machinery for the production of on-demand and short run hard cover books. As an OEM of a full line of casemakers and exclusive reps for the Schmedt line of casing-in and building-in machinery, we offer complete, cost effective casebinding solutions. For more information, contact GP2 Technologies, Inc. at 1- 800-435-4975 or visit http://www.gp2tech.com.

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Fox Electronics Has Announced the Appointment of Kevin McCormack to the Position of Director of European, Middle East and African (EMEA) Sales

Fox Electronics, America’s leading supplier of frequency control products, has announced the appointment of Kevin McCormack to the position of director of European, Middle East and African (EMEA) sales.

Fort Myers, FL (PRWEB) October 9, 2005 -- Fox Electronics, America’s leading supplier of frequency control products, has announced the appointment of Kevin McCormack to the position of director of European, Middle East and African (EMEA) sales. McCormack will support and manage Fox’s rapid growth in these areas, with an emphasis on enhancing customer relationships and facilitating strategic design-ins.

McCormack will assume sales responsibilities for the full range of Fox’s frequency control products, including crystals, oscillators, OCXOs, TCXOs, VCXOs, rfXOs and its JITO® line of third generation programmable oscillators for each of the EMEA regions. He will work out of Fox’s new European sales office in London.

In announcing McCormack’s appointment, E.L. Fox, Jr., president of Fox Electronics, stated, “With our sales in Europe, Africa and the Middle East doubling in the past year, we needed someone with financial and marketing experience in these critical international markets to help us not only meet, but anticipate the demands of our customers in these areas. We feel strongly that local support and know-how are necessary to properly serve these high growth markets. Kevin McCormack provides precisely that kind of expertise.”

Before joining Fox, McCormack served as business development manager for Abacus Polar Electronics. Prior to that, he served in a number of roles at Avnet Electronics Marketing including senior product manager, European product manager for passives, and product coordinator for semiconductors. In addition, McCormack has served as passive marketing manager at Abacus Polar/Micromark C&CD and marketing/inventory controller at Watford Electronics.

A native of London, England, McCormack currently resides there. He holds a degree in Electronics Engineering and Robotics from Liverpool University and in Business Studies and Marketing from Bedford College.

The Fox EMEA sales headquarters is located at 14 Banks Rd., Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG180DY, UK; Tel: 44-1767-312632.

For more information, please contact Customer Service, Fox Electronics, 5570 Enterprise Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33905. Tel: 888/GET-2-FOX;
Fax: 239/693-1554; E-mail: www.foxonline.com/email.htm;
Web: www.foxonline.com.
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READER SERVICE INQUIRIES: Please forward all reader service inquiries to Customer Service, Fox Electronics, 5570 Enterprise Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33905.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Fox Electronics is America’s leading supplier of standard and custom frequency control products, including the industry’s broadest line of crystals, oscillators, VCXOs, TCXOs, OCXOs, RFXOs, and crystal filters. The company, headquartered in Fort Myers, FL, has facilities, representatives, and distributors throughout the world.

Editorial Contact: Rebecca Simon or
Beth Smith @ 215/453-8700

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PennWell Acquires Small Times Magazine

PennWell Corporation, a diversified global media and information company, announced today that it has acquired Small Times magazine, a business publication covering the fast-emerging nanotechnology, MEMS and microsystems markets. The acquisition also includes the magazine’s associated trade conference and exhibition, NanoCommerce, taking place November 1-3, 2005 in Chicago, Illinois, the magazine’s website, www.smalltimes.com, newsletters and research services.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) October 8, 2005 -- PennWell Corporation, a diversified global media and information company, announced today that it has acquired Small Times magazine, a business publication covering the fast-emerging nanotechnology, MEMS and microsystems markets. The acquisition also includes the magazine’s associated trade conference and exhibition, NanoCommerce, taking place November 1-3, 2005 in Chicago, Illinois, the magazine’s website, www.smalltimes.com, newsletters and research services. Financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.

Founded in 2001, Small Times magazine is published nine times annually for a circulation of 28,000. It is the leading source of news and analysis about micro and nanotechnology, detailing technological advances, applications and investment opportunities to help business leaders stay informed about this rapidly changing business. From biotech and defense to telecom and energy, Small Times addresses key issues in the industry’s development, along with market intelligence.

NanoCommerce, presented by Small Times and the NanoBusiness Alliance, is the largest business-oriented nanotech conference and exhibition in North America, with expected attendees to include more than 500 nanotechnology business, academic and technology leaders. NanoCommerce will be held in conjunction with the SEMI NanoForum presented by the Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International association.

The Small Times team will remain in Ann Arbor, Michigan but will become part of PennWell’s Advanced Technology Division based in Nashua, New Hampshire. Patti Glaza, CEO of Small Times, will join PennWell as Vice President and Group Publisher reporting to Dave Janoff, Senior Vice President of the Communications & Optoelectronics Group.

“The addition of Small Times magazine brings yet another leading technology and applications publication to PennWell’s portfolio of prominent technology and energy magazines such as Laser Focus World, Lightwave and Oil & Gas Journal,” said Robert F. Biolchini, PennWell President and CEO. “PennWell serves global markets which are witnessing the rapid evolution of micro and nanotechnology applications and we intend to take Small Times and NanoCommerce to the next level and around the world,” Mr. Biolchini continued.

Mr. Janoff noted that this is an important, forward-look acquisition for PennWell’s Advanced Technology Division. He said, “We have been covering nanotechnology in many different application areas including semiconductors through Solid State Technology, optoelectronics through Laser Focus World, and defense through Military & Aerospace Electronics but Small Times offers an established publication focusing exclusively on this evolving technology across multiple applications. We are excited about working with Patti Glaza and the Small Times staff to accelerate the growth opportunities for both the magazine and the conference.”

About PennWell
PennWell Corporation is a diversified business-to-business media and information company that provides quality content and integrated marketing solutions for the following industries: Oil and gas, electric power, water, electronics, semiconductor, contamination control, optoelectronics, fiber optics, computer graphics, enterprise storage, fire, emergency services and dental. Founded in 1910, PennWell publishes 75 print and online magazines and newsletters, conducts 60 conferences and exhibitions on six continents, and has an extensive offering of books, maps, web sites, research and database services. In addition to PennWell's headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma the Company has major offices in Nashua, New Hampshire, Houston, Texas, Campbell, California, Fairlawn, New Jersey, London, England, Moscow, Russia, Schwabisch Gmund, Germany, and Hong Kong, China.

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LTB Audio Systems Offers True 5.1 Headphones Systems Through the Nation’s Leading On-line Retailers Including Staples.com, QVC.com, Smarthome.com and Techdepot.com

LTB Audio Systems, Inc. today announced that their popular, award winning, True 5.1 Surround Sound USB Headphone systems are now available at select on-line retailers.

Teterboro, NJ (PRWEB) October 8, 2005 -– LTB has announced several new on-line retailers to carry their expanding line of True 5.1 headphone systems. One of the latest products from LTB Audio Systems, Inc., is the well received ProAmp 5.1 Headphone system. It gives all the benefits of a 6 speaker home theater system with the comfort and portability of a high end headphone set and the flexibility of selective speaker control. It connects neatly to any Digital audio source and doesn't even require a preamplifier. Audio is decoded directly and digitally from DVD, HDTV or Console game systems directly to the Unique six chamber/speaker patented 5.1 headphones. The also patented SafeBasstm circuitry limits db range below unsafe levels. The comfortable earcup design is made to allow hours of use for Movies or Gaming. Each set includes an Infrared Wireless remote control for volume of each speaker. Spatial audio produced from 5.1 movies and game media will put you right in the action and give you a new perspective on what true surround sound can do.

Customer's looking to find the LTB 5.1 Headphones can checkout Staples.com, QVC.com, Smarthome.com or Techdepot.com. They can also check the “where to buy” section on LTBaudio.com.

About LTB Audio Systems
LTB, which stands for Listen To Believe, represents a product line focused on providing leading edge audio and multimedia headphones designed to meet the optimal demands of the latest Digital Media in Games, and Movies as well as music and Hi Def Audio. LTB controls various key technology patents that have made them an upcoming leading manufacturer of True surround sound technology products.

For more information visit LTB at www.ltbaudio.com.

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The event is organized by Design News and sponsored by National Instruments, International Rectifier, Aerotech, Galil Motion Control, Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation Division and Banner Engineering.

Enoble Media introduces its first fully ad-supported publication.

Paramus, NJ (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) October 7, 2005 -- Enoble Media, a national magazine publishing house, today announced the launch of its innovative, 132-page digital-only Portable Gaming & Entertainment Magazine reporting on the latest products and features in today's portable gaming industry. Portable Gaming & Entertainment is fully ad-supported and offered at no cost to the reader. Worldwide gamers and fans now receive their news instantly – and free – each month.

Subscriptions, including the premiere issue, are available for download beginning today by visiting www.portablegamingmag.com The publication delivers the latest in gaming hardware and software news, previews and reviews straight to your desktop. In addition to traditional magazine features, Portable Gaming & Entertainment offers readers rich media. The first issue includes cover-to-cover features on the latest releases with articles and video clips on games like Burnout Legends, Donkey Kong, Bust-a-Move, SOCOM, Castlevania and Mario with full-color screen shots, platform specs, player allowances and release dates.

To celebrate its pioneering special-edition launch, Enoble Media is also giving away a free Game Boy® Micro, digital cameras including an Olympus Camedia C-70 Zoom and a 'killer' desktop gaming system valued at $1,750. To qualify, simply download the magazine and follow the registration details inside.

"For decades, Enoble Media Group has published the most progressive magazines in print. We're excited to launch this revolutionary new digital-only, fully ad-supported publication, broadening access to all readers," states Andrew Eisenberg, General Manager of Enoble Media. "We anticipate strong reader interest in the magazine's new multimedia features, made possible only within its digital format. Live links, enhanced graphics and design, plus Flash animation, video and audio clips provide the best features in both print and online media."

For advertising information, please call Andrew Eisenberg at 201.843.4004 x102. To download Portable Gaming & Entertainment Magazine for free, visit www.portablegamingmag.com.

To see cover art visit www.enoblemedia.com/portablegaming/PGE_cover_final.pdf

About Enoble Media Group
Enoble Media Group (www.enoblemedia.com), based in Paramus, NJ, is a 40 year old national leader of urban, technical and woman's magazines. The company currently publishes 13 magazines including Handheld Computing, Digital Camera, BlackMen, SSX, Today's Black Woman, Hit Parader and Word Up.

Contact:
Andrew Eisenberg, General Manager
Enoble Media
201.843.4004 x102
e-mail protected from spam bots
www.portablegamingmag.com

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ELFNET Delivers ‘Issues To Solutions’ Initiative in Lead-Free Soldering

The European electronics industry is entering a business-critical period with only nine months to go before the RoHS Directive deadline of July 2006. ELFNET -- the European Lead-Free Soldering Network -- has been working to tackle the key remaining implementation issues for this revolutionary technology and now invites the lead-free soldering community to get involved in a new set of collaborative opportunities.

(PRWEB) October 8, 2005 -- The European electronics industry is entering a business-critical period with only nine months to go before the RoHS Directive deadline of July 2006. ELFNET -- the European Lead-Free Soldering Network -- has been working to tackle the key remaining implementation issues for this revolutionary technology and now invites the lead-free soldering community to get involved in a new set of collaborative opportunities.

“The objective of the ELFNET ‘Issues to Solutions’ initiative is to urgently co-ordinate, integrate and optimise the critical mass of European research in lead-free soldering. This is in line with our aim to provide pan-European support for the implementation of the RoHS Directive,” comments Dr Jeremy Pearce, ELFNET Co-ordinator.

The ELFNET network brings together communities of experts from research specialising in solders, components, assembly, reliability and recycling, with industry groups in consumer, automotive/industrial, aerospace/defence, IT/telecoms sectors.

In the first year of the project each of these groups drew up and prioritised lists of implementation issues for lead-free soldering technology. The work from the ELFNET experts has led to a harmonised list of issues in the ‘ELFNET Issues to Solutions Matrix’ published on the project website, of which around 20 currently have a top priority. A set of new initiatives has been launched, to reach collective Solutions.

It is already clear that on some of the identified issues much of the key knowledge in Europe is held by a few. It is the urgent task of ELFNET through its website, to bring this information to the many.

Further, it appears that as the deadline approaches the focus is on the supply chain and compliance though a number of key technical issues still remain. Priority action topics are:

- Materials declaration
- Marking, labelling and component numbering
- Obsolescence
- Compatibility
- Reliability
- Tin whiskers
- Large and complex boards
- Harsh environments
- Solder alloy properties

More information about progress in these areas will be released in the coming months.

The ELFNET project has been funded by the European Commission to provide the best available opportunity for coordinating efforts. ELFNET now urges the European research community to come forward and work together within this unique framework.

Further information on ELFNET ‘Issues to Solutions Matrix’ is available from:
http://www.europeanleadfree.net/POOLED/ARTICLES/BF_DOCART/VIEW.ASP?Q=BF_DOCART_164447

About ELFNET:
ELFNET (European Lead Free soldering NETwork) is a European network of national research organisations, technical experts and industry bodies enabling lead-free solutions in micro-electronics. It provides a platform to coordinate, integrate and optimise research, enabling electronic producers in the EU to optimise solutions and meet the EU deadline of introducing lead-free soldering in consumer products by July 2006.

ELFNET is supported by the European Commission and operates in 19 European countries. By facilitating ‘best practice’, ELFNET will continue to contribute to Europe’s competitiveness in electronics manufacturing beyond 2006.

For more information contact:
Dr. Jeremy Pearce
ELFNET Coordinator
Soldertec Global
Tel: +44 (0)1727 871311
e-mail protected from spam bots
www.europeanleadfree.net

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October 07, 2005

Dish Network Ranked #1 by J.D. Power and Associates

Dish Network: The #1 ranked satellite TV system in partnership with VMC Satellite.

(PRWEB) October 7, 2005 -- A recent study conducted by J.D. Power and Associates ranks Dish Network #1 in overall customer satisfaction in the satellite TV market. The survey raked Dish Network higher than any other service provider in customer service, cost, and overall quality. This survey marks the third time in six years that Dish Network has received top honors from J.D. Power and Associates.

One of the biggest reasons for Dish Networks recent success is it’s affiliation with VMC Satellite. Over the last three years, VMC has become the largest online distributor of Dish Network products. Through affiliate marketers as well as partnerships with distributors like www.dish-king.com; VMC reached 10 million subscribers making it the largest privately held online satellite retailer in the nation. VMC also has the distinction of being the only company selected by the United States Government to install satellite TV service in Congress.

VMC has won prestigious awards from Dish Network every year since being founded in 2001, helping Dish Network become the fourth largest pay TV Service in the nation. Rick Rahim, the CEO of VMC Satellite, was quoted as saying “We are proud to have been a large part of Dish Networks success and will continue to be the leader in our respective field offering a top-quality product at an affordable price. VMC remains committed to promoting the best satellite TV offer in the United States today.”

VMC Satellite offers more than 500 channels, including more than 60 international channels in more than 25 languages, the most popular sports packages, the most requested HD programming, and local channels in 150 cities in the U.S., representing more than 90 percent of all U.S. television households.

VMC Satellite in association with www.dish-king.com is now announcing a limited time offer to celebrate their #1 rating. All new subscribers will receive a free Satellite TV System including free DVR recorders, free HDTV receivers and 6 months of HD programming at no additional cost.

New subscribers will also receive FREE Installation of a Dish Network Satellite System in up to 4 rooms.

To learn more about VMC Satellite and Dish Network’s latest offer visit:
www.dish-king.com

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Orneta Calculator for Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone and Pocket PC Released

Orneta Calculator for Windows Mobile is a powerful, feature-rich calculator software with a simple, easy-to-use interface. Enjoy the simple access for quick calculation of difficult problems. Solve your math and science problems at work, school, the lab, or even on the road with standard add, subtract, multiply, and divide operations.

(PRWEB) October 7, 2005 -- Orneta released Calculator for Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone and Pocket PC today. The new release makes a fully functional calculator available to everyone at a price that can put a calculator into any student or businessman's pocket. Orneta Calculator for Windows Mobile is a powerful, feature-rich calculator software with a simple, easy-to-use interface. Enjoy the simple access for quick calculation of difficult problems. Solve your math and science problems at work, school, the lab, or even on the road with standard add, subtract, multiply, and divide operations.

Designed as a replacement for the handheld scientific calculator, Orneta Calculator is an easily accessible Windows Mobile application, for math and science students, engineers, scientists, medical professionals, and financial and business consultants. In addition to the on-screen calculator tape, you'll discover powerful floating and fixed point decimals, multiple memory values, and dynamic support of the current Windows Mobile theme. Number grouping and decimal point characters change based on regional settings.

The new and innovative version offers theme awareness, allowing the interface to automatically implement the colors of the current Windows Mobile theme. The user interface includes an intuitive design with functions for performing standard calculations. The easy-to-read on-screen calculator tape helps minimize data entry errors.

Orneta Calculator, designed for Windows Mobile 5.0, is priced at $4.95, and is available immediately from Handango for both Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone and Pocket PC. For more information or a free trial version, visit http://www.orneta.com/products/calculator/

About Orneta
Orneta is one of the top Independent Software Vendor's for the Microsoft Windows Mobile platform, with more than 200,000 downloads on Handango by end-users of it's Windows Mobile Smartphone software products alone. Orneta products occupy three (3) of the top positions for the Handango Top Downloads for Smartphone, the most downloaded applications over the past 30 days, and occupy ten (10) of the top positions for the Handango Classics for Smartphone, the most downloaded applications ever. With award winning software such as Orneta Notepad, winner of the Pocket PC Magazine Best Software Awards 2003, Orneta provides some of the most popular Windows Mobile based Smartphone applications worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.orneta.com

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Fox Electronics has Introduced a New Double Oven OCXO That Offers the Best Ratio of Stability to Size and Power Consumption on the Market

Fox Electronics, America’s leading supplier of frequency control products, has introduced a new double oven OCXO (oven controlled crystal oscillator) that offers the best ratio of stability to size and power consumption on the market.

Fort Myers, FL (PRWEB) October 7, 2005 -- Fox Electronics, America’s leading supplier of frequency control products, has introduced a new double oven OCXO (oven controlled crystal oscillator) that offers the best ratio of stability to size and power consumption on the market. The new FDE/FDD505AH oscillator is ideal for use in high performance synthesizers, base stations, telecommunications products, and satellite receivers, as well as wireless and RF systems. In addition, it can achieve rubidium-like performance in precision standards when disciplined by GPS.

The new AH oscillator employs SC-cut (stress compensated) resonators in a proprietary, double oven design to provide excellent stability and low power operation. Its power rating is a maximum of four watts at turn-on and just one watt during use at 25°C while providing ±0.5 PPB stability. Aging is better than ±0.2 PPB per day. The device produces rectangular output and is available in standard Euro (FDE) or 25 mm² (FDD) packages.

Pricing for the 10MHz 1PPB 0°C to 70°C Euro package is $255 in quantities of 100. Pricing for the 10MHz 1PPB 0°C to 70°C 25 mm² package is $280 in quantities of 100. Prototype delivery is ten weeks ARO.

For more information, please contact Customer Service, Fox Electronics, 5570 Enterprise Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33905. Tel: 888/GET-2-FOX; Fax: 239/693-1554; E-mail: www.foxonline.com/email.htm; Web: www.foxonline.com.

Reader Service Inquiries: Please forward all reader service inquiries to Customer Service, Fox Electronics, 5570 Enterprise Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33905.

Editor's Note: Fox Electronics is America’s leading supplier of standard and custom frequency control products, including the industry’s broadest line of crystals, oscillators, VCXOs, TCXOs, OCXOs, RFXOs, and crystal filters. The company, headquartered in Fort Myers, FL, has facilities, representatives, and distributors throughout the world.

FOX-A-3441

Editorial Contact: Rebecca Simon or
Beth Smith @ 215/453-8700
publicrelations @ simongroup.com

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October 06, 2005

IntelliScanner Unveils Wine Collector 150 Personal Wine Management System

Bluetooth Wireless Wine Tracking Device automatically manages wine collections with carcode technology on Mac OS X and Windows.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 6, 2005 -- IntelliScanner Corporation, makers of automatic organization devices for home and business, today introduced the Wine Collector 150, a personal handheld barcode scanner with included wine management software for Mac OS X and Windows. By simply scanning the retail bar code found on a bottle of the wine with the USB or Bluetooth wireless IntelliScanner barcode reader, the included software downloads the name, varietal, winery, country, type, color, region, and more in seconds with Internet-enabled AutoFill capabilities.

"Our new Wine Collector 150 is a revolution in automatic wine management, giving you everything you need to keep track of wine collections without having to type the details in by hand," said Travis J. Hicks, IntelliScanner Consumer Products Division. "Packaged in its own wooden gift box, the Wine Collector product ensures you'll never miss a peak year again, with the convenience of barcode scanning and Bluetooth wireless technology."

The new Wine Collector 150 features:

- Personal wine inventory management: use barcode technology to build a personal database of any wine collection in a home or business. Simply scan the retail barcodes on bottles of wine to add them into the local database, then scan them again to view or remove. Easily create lists, smart lists, and reports covering any collection.

- Bluetooth wireless scanning: scan wine bottle barcodes with an integrated 500 barcode store-and-forward memory system, giving the scanner a virtually unlimited range. Use the USB model for plug-and-play scanning convenience at your computer's location.

- Internet AutoFill: utilizing the information found on the barcode, along with IntelliScanner's extensive 62,000 wine database, Wine Collector fills in many of the details automatically without keyboard entry. Peer sharing means the database grows every day.

- Wood Crate Packaging: Wine Collector 150 is crated in its own wine box, complete with IntelliScanner branding and excelsior wood filling.

- Color Coded Maturity Tracking: With fields for vintage and peak dates, Wine Collector offers a color-coded maturity indicator that makes it easy to determine the best time to open a bottle of wine.

- Visual Grid/Location Management: see the wine's exact location on a virtual rack, or simply track the physical location or room.

- Easy Internet References: use the Web menu to search for details on scanned bottles automatically

- Import from Microsoft Excel or third-party programs via text files, or export as tab-delimited, CSV, or XML.

Pricing & Requirements

Wine Collector 150 is packaged in a custom manufactured wooden wine box, and includes an IntelliScanner barcode reader, Wine Collector software, a starter pack of IntelliScanner Asset Tags, and setup instructions.

The product is available in two models: the USB package is $199.00; the portable, Bluetooth® wireless version is $299.00. Both models require either Mac OS X (10.3 or later) or Windows XP.

Visit Wine Collector 150's new web site at:
http://www.intelliscanner.com/products/wine/

About IntelliScanner Corporation
IntelliScanner delivers intelligent barcode organization products -- complete packages that include everything needed to organize items in a home or business. The company's award-winning IntelliScanner barcode readers for Mac OS X and Windows deliver comprehensive, easy-to-use solutions for personal collecting, inventory control, wine tracking, lending management, database integration, and more.
Contact: (800) 550-5470, or visit us at http://www.intelliscanner.com

Press Contact:
Paul Scandariato
IntelliScanner Corp.
(800) 550-5470
http://www.intelliscanner.com

PR info and high-res photography: http://www.intelliscanner.com/press/

Copyright (c) 2005 IntelliScanner Corporation / dare to organize.
IntelliScanner's barcode solutions are built for Mac OS X and Windows.

The Bluetooth(r) word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and use of such marks by IntelliScanner Corporation is under license.

Product Index: http://www.intelliscanner.com/products/
http://www.intelliscanner.com info @ intelliscanner.com

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Empowering Telecommunication Customers with a Powerful Resource Center

LAS VEGAS - Sundance Communications solves problems for thousands of website visitors everyday that aren't even customers of their services. Through its online message boards, forums and directories, users are helped by professional telephone technicians and installers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

(PRWEB) October 6, 2005 -- Sundance Communications has been online nearly from the inaugural opening of the information superhighway. To put the longevity of their presence in perspective, they registered their first website http://www.telbroker.com just days after Google first register their first domain name.

Sundance Communications opened in 1994, and quickly realized the power of the Internet. Launching the telecommunication website in 1997 makes them one of the oldest online telephone suppliers. It didn't take long for owner Tom Brandes to establish the strongest online presence for telecommunications equipment, ranking at the top of all major search engines for almost anything surrounding telephone equipment, telephone installers, telephone suppliers and more. In the past year alone, their website traffic has more than doubled.

Being one of the oldest and highest ranked telecommunication equipment suppliers online had its disadvantages too. It brought in a flood of inquiries and questions into Sundance Communications that was quite simply out of their purview and areas of expertise. Rather than ignore the requests, or turn away people that were seeking assistance and answers, Sundance Communications launched an entirely new website, http://www.sundance-communications.com , a business phone systems resource center to assist all consumers.

The additional website was launched in 2000, with the mission to help consumers get telecommunications equipment answers, telephone programming and phone system features help or locating a reliable, professional telephone installer in their area. It continued to evolve to provide online business telephone equipment manuals for download, directories for telephone equipment, telephone installers, telephone equipment auctions, telephone technician’s network, and a community forum for installers and users.

The Telephone Installer’s Directory, http://www.sundance-communications.com/installers/Telephone_Installers, is a regional database that allows installers from around the globe to be listed, making it easy for consumers to find the business telephone system installation help they need, while allowing professional installers to be found by consumers looking for services - this is a free service offered by Sundance.

"We were getting swamped with phone calls by consumers looking for programming help, how to activate a phone feature, or 'Who can I get to install an additional phone or relocate the entire system,'" says Brandes. "We wanted to help, but didn't have all of the information they were seeking, nor did we simply have the resources to handle of all the requests."

This led to Sundance Communications community forum, message board web site, http://www.sundance-communications.com/cgi-bin/Ultimate.cgi The Tech Talk forum is moderated by nearly fifty professional telephone technicians, and over 200 installers, whose answering questions and offering to help to consumers from around the World Wide Web to get quick, easy to understand and free advice 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. With over 6900 registered users and nearly 75,000 posts, the forum has become a huge hit with consumers and technicians alike.

Brandes sounds like a proud parent when asked about Sundance Communications' Tech Talk forum, "There isn’t a question that can’t be answered or a customer that goes unassisted. Just a year ago, we were receiving 1500 visitors a day to the website looking for help; today, we get approximately 4,000 visits a day."

About Sundance Communications: A leading supplier of telecommunications equipment since 1984. Sundance Communications is committed to selling high-quality, low-priced, new and refurbished telephone systems and equipment, with packages that suit both business and personal needs.

Contact:
Tom Brandes, Owner
Sundance Communications
866-451-4545
http://www.telbroker.com

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Video Content Viewed at Home and Work on Your PC Or On the Move on Your Mobile

The most comprehensive streaming package for the creative media industry has been launched by Film and Music Showcase.

(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 5, 2005 -- The most comprehensive streaming package for the creative media industry has been launched by Film and Music Showcase. Enabling the viewing of short films and music videos whilst introducing show reels of talent and production individuals. This comprehensive encoding and streaming package delivers to multiple devices such as PC and mobile phones.

The standard size viewing screen on the web site can be viewed in 3 formats and 4 bandwidths so that everyone gets to see the best quality they can in relation to their broadband connection.

They also display a large screen 1mb for bigger enjoyment while mobile streams and downloads are delivered to both 2g and 3g phones for people on the move from the micro site seen at www.fams.tv/mobile.

As well as being viewed on the Film and Music Showcase web site the code of the stream is also supplied to the content owner so they can build it into their own site or pass it on to their managers website if they wish.

Streaming packages starts from £15 a month for up 15 minutes of content rising to a 1 year cost at £125, further details on cost can be seen on their web site.

If you don't have a video or existing content then they can also produce music videos and show reels on request, in tailored packages to suit the client’s budget.

Web TV is expected soon to present varieties of content in a more streamline and entertaining format.

For further information contact Lee Helliar or visit their website www.FilmandMusicShowcase.com

Film and Music Showcase is part of Real Property Tours Ltd, the company specialised in filming and streaming online of real estate property before going into full independent productions, whilst utilising their encoding and streaming expertise as Real Impact Productions. Film and Music Showcase is the latest edition to the group.

Contact:
Lee Helliar
Film and Music Showcase
Tel: +44 (0) 207 610 9595
Web site: www.filmandmusicshowcase.com
Mobile site: www.fams.tv/mobile

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Design Chain Associates, LLC Presenting in Multiple Venues In October

Design Chain Associates, LLC, the leading electronics industry design chain consulting firm, is pleased to announce that the demand for their expertise and insights in environmental compliance is resulting in informative presentations at multiple events around the country over the next few weeks.

(PRWEB) October 6, 2005 -- Michael Kirschner, President of Design Chain Associates, LLC, said “DCA participates in these events in an effort to raise awareness of this new form of legislation throughout the industry. The impact is so often underscoped, underappreciated, and compared to something as simple and fleeting as the Y2K problem, but this is far deeper, far broader, and far more important to the electronics industry, its suppliers, and its customers than that. This does not end on July 1, 2006 (when RoHS goes in to effect): it merely begins. Our goal is to open the eyes of the industry and enable companies to view this holistically and strategically. Only then will the way to profit become clear.”

Here is the DCA presentation and topic schedule:

1. October 18, Palo Alto, CA: Design Chain Associates, LLC President Michael Kirschner is a featured speaker at the Alliance of Service Providers and Manufacturers (ASPMFG) seminar/industry panel, the first of six being held around the United States. Mr. Kirschner will discuss how Electronics Original Equipment Manufacturers (EOEMs) need to change their business practices in order to profit from current and future environmental requirements. In addition to DCA, speakers from Arrow, Avnet, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, IBM, Paramit, Omnify Software, and other industry specialists will participate in this and/or the other ASPMFG seminars. Visit www.aspmfg.com for more information.

2. October 24, San Jose, CA: Design Chain Associates, LLC President Michael Kirschner speaks at the Electronics Supply & Manufacturing Global Supply Chain Summit on “Beyond RoHS and WEEE: Global Environmental Initiatives and the Implications for Your Company”. The talk will include a discussion of what Design For Environment is, how governments around the world are legislating requirements for it, and what the Electronics Industry needs to do in order to ensure that the requirements are fair, effective, achievable, and make business sense. See www.my-esm.com/summit for more information.

3. October 26, Baltimore, MD: Design Chain Associates, LLC Sr. Vice President Kenneth Stanvick presents at The Power Electronics Technology Conference. Mr. Stanvick’s general session keynote presentation is entitled “RoHS: the Tip of the Environmental Compliance Iceberg”, and will cover current and future regulations, and the impact on EOEM business practices. Visit http://home.powerelectronics.com for more information.

4. November 1, Boston, MA: Design Chain Associates, LLC Sr. Vice President Kenneth Stanvick is a featured speaker at the Alliance of Service Providers and Manufacturers (ASPMFG) seminar/industry panel. Mr. Stanvick will discuss how Electronics Original Equipment Manufacturers (EOEMs) need to change their business practices in order to profit from current and future environmental requirements. In addition to DCA, speakers from Arrow, Avnet, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, IBM, Paramit, Omnify Software, and other industry specialists will participate in this and/or the other ASPMFG seminars. Visit www.aspmfg.com for more information.
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About Design Chain Associates, LLC
Design Chain Associates' consulting services help Electronics OEMs speed product time-to-market, reduce supply chain risks, and lower costs while increasing engineering and procurement efficiency. DCA offers a variety of technical and management consulting services related to RoHS and environmental compliance, including public and private seminars, product impact evaluation, personalized training, material composition acquisition, component engineering, Green BOM analysis, and competitive advantage analysis. San Francisco-based DCA has a local presence in other high-tech regions of the country such as the Austin/Houston corridor and the Boston region as well as around the globe through local associates. For more information, visit DCA on the web at http://www.designchainassociates.com.

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October 05, 2005

U.S. Military Can Do New Missions in Denied Areas With New Sensor Product from Optical Alchemy, Inc.

Optical Alchemy, Inc. announces the availability of ultra-light, KJ-600 integrated sensor payloads for mission critical UAVs. The product fills void in UAV market between the Dragon Eye and Predator Class for specialized and tactical theater.

Maynard, MA, U.S.A. (PRWEB) October 5, 2005 -- Optical Alchemy, Inc., the leading developer and manufacturer of ultra-light, inertial, stabilized sensor systems for unmanned vehicles, today announced the availability of its ultra-light, 2-Axis Sensor payload (i.e., gimbal/turret), the KJ-600, for initial field trials and deployment. The KJ-600’s comprehensive and flexible payload includes: an infrared camera (IR), visible zoom camera, laser marker, onboard IMU, GPS and digital compass.

Options include a laser range finder (LRF). It provides accurate longitude/latitude pointing. It weighs only 4 lbs. with its enhanced integrated sensor payload allowing for 50-60lbs of additional payloads, such as fuel, ammunition, or multiple sensors, in existing or new UAVs.

“Many military missions are not being addressed because of weight, cost and sensor capabilities that preclude addressing the operator’s problems in the theater,” said Marc Daigle, President, Optical Alchemy. “We have completed development, operated our first successful flight tests and we are now manufacturing our first product, the KJ-600, to address the unmet needs in the 5-50lb UAV payload market (for more information, see Unmanned Aircraft Systems Roadmap 2005-2030, Office of The Secretary of Defense, Figure 4.4-1, UA Payload Capacity vs. Endurance at http://www.uavpayloads.com/pwve.php4).

"Our company’s ‘can do’ attitude, combined with our superior product, will enable Shadow Class UAVs to carry multiple, integrated, sensor payloads (i.e., multiple KJ-600s, and sensor payloads that simultaneously do both RSTA and designation without sacrificing time on target) to carry out entirely new mission objectives, while dramatically increasing persistence.

"Our products also enable the creation of an entire new class of UAVs that can address the unmet needs in the Marines, Army, Navy and Air Force. The Navy will be able to have affordable UAVs keep a sensor blanket around the fleet, while divisions and company levels will perform penetrating missions in denied areas,” Daigle concluded.

Optical Alchemy’s KJ-600 fills the sensor void in the UAV market between the Dragon Eye and Shadow Class UAVs. In addition, Optical Alchemy’s KJ-600 enables UAVs in the Shadow and smaller class to significantly improve their endurance and sensor payloads, thereby meeting the needs of many unmet missions. KJ-600 will follow open architecture standards such as STANAG 4568 and our IP based architecture supports future net-centric open communications requirements necessary for manned and unmanned vehicle communications needs.

About Optical Alchemy, Inc.
Optical Alchemy, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of ultra-lightweight, high performance stabilized sensor systems for unmanned vehicles. The company’s products will create a new level of persistence, enabling UAVs to dramatically expand mission ranges, save fuel, remain in the air for longer periods of time to patrol vast areas and carry additional sensors and ordinance. The company’s small, ultra-light high performance stabilized sensor systems offer the payload flexibility, inertial stabilization and high pointing accuracy required for sense and respond missions. Optical Alchemy’s system provides configurable payloads including high resolution IR and visible sensors, laser range finder (LRF), laser marker, laser designator or a user-defined custom sensor suite. Onboard IMU, GPS, digital compass and the inertial control system provide accurate latitude/longitude/elevation pointing and, combined with the LRF, target mapping.

For more information, visit http://www.uavpayloads.com or contact Joe Romano, Partner, HighGround, Inc. at 781-279-1320 x 208.

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India Electronics Manufacturing: Can it Catch China?

Dublin (PRWEB) October 5, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25117) has announced the addition of India Electronics Manufacturing: Can it Catch China? to their offering

The electronics market in India was pegged at US$ 11.5 billion in 2004. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 23% by 2010, reaching US$40 billion. An important market that India faces competition with is China, with an electronics market worth US$ 271.97 billion in 2004. China's market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% over the next five years, contributing a major share to the world market, 30%, by 2010. While China will be a significant market in electronics manufacturing in terms of market size, India is an important market with an expected growth rate that is higher than that of China.

Key players in the Indian electronics market are Flextronics, Jabil Circuits, TVS Electronics, Solectron Centum, LG Electronics, Tata Infotech, Samsung India, Celetronix India and Bharat Electronics Ltd. Emerging new players include D-Link and WeP, while Samtel and Tyco are already significant and will continue to emerge as global players in the export arena. Nokia and Elcoteq are expected to set up manufacturing plants for handsets in south India.

This report not only outlines the electronics industry in India, providing production information as well as a forecast of the market by electronics segments, it also presents a complete comparative analysis between India and China in terms of key electronics industries and markets. Market drivers and challenges for both India and China are discussed in detail.

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25117

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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InDashPC.org Introduces Industry’s First Car2PC adapter – the Seamless Integration of Car Stereo With In-Car PC or Laptop

InDashPC.org, a provider of in-vehicle computing technology solutions, today announced the availability of the industry’s first integrations between Car Stereo and in-car PC or laptop - Car2PC adapter. Now digital music fans can control and operate their in-car PC via buttons on the car stereo. Compatible with any PC, Mac or laptop, this device provides the superb sound quality, simple installation and usage.

(PRWEB) October 5, 2005 -- The Car2PC adapter allows end user to control and operate their in-car PC via buttons on the car stereo. Car2PC adapter gives the wide range of abilities, including direct playlists access, random play mode and many other functions through the car radio.

An exclusive technology enables people to get the superb sound quality of the digital music, which is always compromised if they use standard FM transmitters or cassette adapters. There is no more need for joystick, mouse or keyboard for those who use laptop or PC in their car. Just plug it on the back of your stereo and select your favorite tunes stored on your laptop or PC.

Car2PC adapter possesses the following primary features:
Can be used with any PC or Mac via USB connection
Provides control over your digital media via car stereo buttons
Can be used as an AUX device with any MP3 player including iPod and Zen
Easy plug’n’play installation
Standard audio jack for PC, Mac or any MP3 device
Windows, MacOS or Linux drivers available

Car2PC is now ready for shipping. It is available through the InDashPC.org and InDashPC.org authorized resellers.
For more information please visit the website at www.InDashPC.org.

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October 04, 2005

Harmful Cell Phone Radiation Can Be Significantly Reduced With Antenna Radiation Shield

With studies increasingly showing that cell phone radiation presents a dangerous health risk that may cause cancer, consumers can protect themselves by using celluSAFE, an antenna emissions shield that reduces harmful cell phone radiation by 96.4%.

(PRWEB) October 4, 2005 -- With studies increasingly showing that cell phone radiation presents a dangerous health risk that may cause cancer, consumers can protect themselves by using celluSAFE, an antenna emissions shield that reduces harmful cell phone radiation by 96.4%. The celluSAFE device fits over cellular phone antennas and keeps cell phone radiation from entering a person’s body.

Many studies are being conducted that link cell phone use with serious and potentially fatal health conditions, including brain tumors and cancer, eye cancer, and leukemia. The celluSAFE device allows mobile phone users to take precautions and protect themselves against dangerous cell phone radiation.

“There’s a possibility that we are damaging lymphocyte performance simply by having these phones on standby next to our bodies,” said researcher Roger Coghill.

celluSAFE was designed as a parabolic shield with tightly woven strands containing onyx and this design blocks electromagnetic radiation (EMF) from entering a cell phone user’s head. A study conducted by the University of Utah’s Department of Electrical Engineering at Salt Lake City, Utah, found that the celluSAFE device reduced cell phone radiation by 96.4%.

The celluSAFE device easily fits over a cell phone antenna and is made to last for the life of the phone. The device doesn’t interfere with a cell phone’s reception or transmission.

Visit www.celluSAFE.com to:
* Get protection from cell phone radiation
* Learn about the health risks associated with cell phone radiation
* Read research concerning cell phone radiation
* Get free shipping when two or more celluSAFE devices are purchased

About celluSAFE
celluSAFE is an antenna emissions shield that reduces harmful cell phone radiation by 96.4%, according to research studies done by the University of Utah. The device was developed over growing concern over the health risks of using cellular phones. They are located in Manchester, NH.

Press Release Authoring and Advertising by Xeal Inc.

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Newlyweds Leave Their Reception with Their Wedding Album in Hand

The Adesso Album® – the world’s first instant photo guest book® - is revolutionizing the traditional guest book market. Its patent pending concept combines Polaroid instant photos and handwritten sentiments from guests, virtually replacing the traditional name-filled guest book.

(PRWEB) October 4, 2005 -- The Adesso Album® – the world’s first instant photo guest book ® - is revolutionizing the traditional guest book market. Its patent pending concept combines Polaroid instant photos and handwritten sentiments from guests, virtually replacing the traditional name-filled guest book. Adesso Albums are created during the wedding event and presented to the bride and groom as they’re leaving – memories in hand! The Adesso Album (http://www.adessoalbums.com) is the only wedding album on the market today that captures life’s milestones in pictures and words instantly!

Every year, in the U.S. alone, over 2.4 million couples are married. They are faced with a plethora of choices as they prepare to celebrate and commemorate their big wedding day. The number of decisions is mind-boggling – guest list, flowers, attendants, music – the list goes on and on!

Unfortunately, the wedding day for most brides and grooms can result in a blur of emotions, as friends and family from two separate worlds join together. The couple usually ends up with a misty memory of their special day, and leaves their wedding reception without anything to help them piece it together. Until now…

Rosanna McCollough, WeddingChannel.com's Editor in Chief, says, "I absolutely LOVE this product! The Adesso Album is the perfect marriage of a photo album and a guest book in an elegantly bound presentation. Wedding guests love writing well wishes next to an instant snapshot of themselves and newlyweds enjoy having a memento of their wedding with a picture of everyone who attended! Every engaged couple should get the Adesso Album!"

People everywhere are becoming quick fans of Adesso Albums (http://www.adessoalbums.com) by enjoying the practical benefit of having their wedding events recorded with this fresh approach. They find that by capturing a wedding (or any other life event celebration for that matter!) with an Adesso Album, they have a complete memory the instant the event is over. It’s done. Adesso.

For more information:
Visit: http://www.adessoalbums.com
Call: 415-957-9901
Fax: 415-957-9902

About Adesso Albums:
Adesso Albums, Inc. was founded in January 2002 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. The Company designs, markets and sells the world’s first line of "instant photo guest books®" internationally. Adesso Albums and the Adesso Albums logo are registered trademarks of Adesso Albums, Inc.

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Nikon New Digital Camera a Hit with Consumers

PC Magazine editor’s choice becomes the people’s choice.

(PRWEB) October 4, 2005 -- Since the Nikon D50 won the Editor’s Choice award from PC Mag in August, the votes have been coming in from consumers. Almost one for one, they are giving this SLR Digital Camera an excellent rating.

In a random search of 10 well-known sites sharing customer reviews of photographic equipment, including digital cameras, 8 out of 10 rated the Nikon D50 5 out of 5 or ‘excellent’. Most customers commented on excellent picture quality, ease of use, and comprehensive features.

The D50's 6.1 Effective Megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD Image Sensor delivers vivid color and sharp detail with high resolution for great pictures and enlargements. High-quality Nikkor Optics include the new ultracompact and lightweight AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens with a 3x focal length range of 18-55mm (35mm equivalent of 27-82.5mm). This lens was designed specifically for Nikon DX format SLRs.

The Lexar Media 1GB 80x CompactFlash (CF) JumpShot Professional Series Memory Card with Write Acceleration (WA) Technology is capable of sustained write speeds of 12 mb per second, making the 80X CompactFlash a top choice among professional photographers.

The new Nikon D50 offers seamless compatibility with Nikon's extensive family of high-performance AF Nikkor lenses, as well as the expanding family of DX Nikkor lenses, providing superb color reproduction, razor-sharp image clarity and fast and accurate autofocus performance.

For a great deal on this great camera, Samy's Camera offers a special Nikon D50 Camera Kit at terrific savings. The kit includes the new Nikon D50 SLR digital camera with the ultra-compact AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens, along with a Lexar 1GB 80x Compact Flash memory card for only $799.95 (after manufacturer's $40 rebate).

Samy's Camera is your source for Nikon products and all your digital photography needs. Whether you are amateur or pro, Samy's Camera carries a full line of digital cameras, digital SLRs and lenses as well as a wide selection of digital camera accessories.

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VMC Satellite Now the Largest Online Satellite Retailer

VMC Satellite Reaches 10 Million Subscribers Becoming the Largest Privately Held Online Satellite Retailer.

(PRWEB) October 4, 2005 -- VMC Satellite, Inc. announced today that DISH Network(TM) has passed the 10 million customer milestone, maintaining DISH Network's status as the fastest growing pay television provider in the nation since 2000.

DISH Network reached this milestone in less than 99 months after activating its first subscriber in early March 1996, adding an average of more than 100,000 net new customers each month. In the last four years, DISH Network has added more than 6.3 million new customers, more than all other satellite TV and cable companies combined during the same period.

DISH Network reached 1 million subscribers in December 1997 and passed the 9 million milestone just nine months ago. Today the company offers customers more than 500 channel choices, including more than 60 international channels in more than 25 languages, the most popular sports packages, the most requested HD programming, and local channels in 150 cities, representing more than 90 percent of all U.S. television households. DISH Network's accelerated growth has made it the fourth largest pay TV service in the nation.

Rick Rahim, the CEO of Vmc Satellite, was quoted as saying "We are proud to have been a large part of the effort to reach 10 million subscribers. VMC remains committed to promoting the best satellite TV offer in the United States today."

VMC Satellite is proud to offer their newest promotion to celebrate this milestone. All new subcribers will recieve a FREE Satellite TV System including free DVR recorders, free HDTV recievers and 6 months of HD programing at no additional cost. There is no equipment to buy.

New subscribers will also receive FREE Installation of a DISH Network Satellite system in up to four rooms. DISH Network currently offers over 256 channels of available programming using an all digital Television signal.

To find out more about VMC Satellite's latest offers visit: www.dish-king.com

About VMC:
VMC Satellite, Inc. is currently the largest privately held online satellite retailer and is the only company selected by the United States Government to install satellite TV service in Congress. VMC is the largest Internet-based retailer for DISH Network, having won prestigious awards from DISH Network every year since being founded in 2001. The company owns and operates over 3,000 satellite TV related websites. VMC is a wholly owned division of InPhonic, a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ (Stock Symbol: INPC).

(c) 2005 by VMC Satellite, Inc.
DISH Network is a trademark and service mark of EchoStar Com

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A Revolution in Monitoring -- The Sensor Notification Matrix

AKCP, the world's leader in environmental and security monitoring, today announced the revolutionary Sensor Notification Matrix. A major innovation, the Sensor Notification Matrix is available in all AKCP Linux-based products (cameraProbe8 and sensorProbe8Linux series).

(PRWEB) October 4, 2005 -- AKCP, the world's leader in environmental and security monitoring, today announced the revolutionary Sensor Notification Matrix. A major innovation, the Sensor Notification Matrix is available in all AKCP Linux-based products (cameraProbe8 and sensorProbe8Linux series).

Never before has such versatility been available to protect assets and infrastructure. Send alerts via Email, SNMP trap, SMS, MMS, Text to Speech, Telephone calls and more. The Sensor Notification Matrix can be customized by users to transmit unique notification messages. With the Sensor Notification Matrix, the flexibility of notification for individual sensors on the sensorProbe8Linux-X60, sensorProbe8Linux, sensorProbe8Linux-X20 and cameraProbe8 is substantially increased.

Play wav file Sound alarms or verbalized custom messages through the built-in and external speakers. Use an optional external modem, telephone to targeted persons and notify them with customized text-to-speech. Alternatively, create your own personal scripts, which can be run whenever specific events arise. If the Ethernet is down, the modem can be used to dial into an ISP and deliver Emails and traps.

For Email, SMS, MMS, Speech, and Telephone calls, the notification message can be completely customized by users. There are also pre-defined "macros" which provide information from the system, and may be used to build up a meaningful message. Some available macros are sensor type, sensor description, sensor status, IP address, and system date and time.

Each individual sensor may have different settings which can execute any alarm. Alarms can also be escalated so that different people are notified with different messages. For example, an e-mail alarm for a temperature sensor is sent to the maintenance staff, while an alarm from the security sensor will be telephoned to the security officer. Or, the alert for a DC voltage sensor is sent via SNMP trap whereas the alert for a dry contact on another port is sent via both e-mail and SNMP trap. That is just part of what the Sensor Notification Matrix is capable of.

The configuration can even be modified per sensor status. For instance, the SMS notification settings for humidity sensor three can use one set of phone numbers for High Warning and another set of phone numbers for High Critical status. Expensive MMS and SMS messages can be limited depending on the sensor type, the severity status of the sensor, the time of day, the duration of the error, the day of week. SMS and MMS messages can be sent with an optional external mobile phone allowing messages to be sent when the Ethernet is down or when the modem cannot dial out.

To protect against excessive alerts there are filter configurations on every type of notification, where the alarm can delayed for a certain period of time before being sent out. There is also an option to limit notifications in accordance with specific time of day and day of week. The AKCP designed graphical interface makes time and date filter setting very easy.

The cameraProbe8 includes an integrated CCD camera and supports up to 3 additional external analog security cameras. The sensorProbe8Linux allows up to 4 additional external analog security cameras. Pictures can be recorded whenever a sensor event occurs. The Sensor Notification Matrix allows each sensor event to be customized so that the camera and the number of pictures can be configured. For example, whenever the security sensor indicates that the front door has been opened a recording for 2 seconds prior to the event and then for 5 seconds after the event will be recorded. When the motion detector indicates that someone is in the main computer room a single picture is recorded, but only if that motion occurs at night or on the weekend.

Pictures may be stored in the internal flash disk drive or an unlimited number of pictures may be automatically saved to an external server. Pictures from any or all of the 4 cameras may be attached to an email or MMS message.

Up to 8 optional external relays or included control outputs can be configured to control external equipment. For example, a motion detector can turn on a light in a computer room. The light will stay on for 5 minutes after the event occurs if requested.

The internal speaker and optional external speakers can be made to play prerecorded wav files or text to voice messages. In one example the sound that is played when temperature sensor 8 goes to high warning can be a different sound file, played at a different volume when the sensor goes to high critical. Then when temperature sensor 7 goes to high warning a text to voice message can be played that tells the operator send a maintenance crew to the computer room.

The Sensor Notification Matrix is available for free via a firmware update to existing AKCP customers, and is standard for all new sales. All AKCP Linux based products include all software, wall and rack mount brackets, and a sensorRemote with 1,000 foot range dual temperature and humidity sensor. The sensorProbe8Linux starts at $1,395. The cameraProbe8, which includes a high quality SONY CCD pan and tilt camera is available now at $1,795.

About cameraProbe8 and sensorProbe8Linux
The cameraProbe8 and sensorProbe8Linux are the premier environmental and security monitoring devices. The cameraProbe8 integrates a SONY CCD camera which is mounted on a precision stepper motor with the ability to pan and tilt. Both systems support connection with external security cameras. They include full Linux. Hardware boasts a 32-bit ARM processor, 128 Megabytes of Flash and 64 Megabytes of SDRAM along with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and 2 serial ports. Software utilities include many applications; such as Apache web server, Bash, Perl, Vi, Telnet, PHP, Email, Nagios, and RRDTool, Video Conferencing. The cameraProbe8 and sensorProbe8Linux supports full SNMP functionality, relying on our 24 years of SNMP monitoring experience.

About AKCP
AKCP Inc., established in 1981, is the oldest and largest manufacturer of IP based environmental and security monitoring solutions. Over 15,000 organizations use AKCP solutions for disaster prevention and infrastructure security. Providing early warning of threats to the integrity of a company's data and assets, AKCP serves the Rack Mount, Telecommunications, Power, and Food and Beverage Industries, Corporate Data Centers and Wiring Closets, Hospitals, Educational Institutions, Department of Defense, and many more industries requiring the ultimate in natural and man made disaster prevention.

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October 03, 2005

DRM, On Demand Viewing and Measurable Advertising Makes for Lively Hollywood Debate

Hollywood, Silicon Valley, Madison Avenue and Wall Street mixed once again in Santa Monica to debate challenges facing everyone as technology erodes old business models while opening up new opportunities for the clever and daring.

Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 3, 2005 -- Follow the money if you want to understand an industry. Digital technology such as on demand viewing and digital rights management (DRM) is shaking up everyone's world, from the technologist, the content producers, and the service providers. Consequently, new money paths are forming amongst investors, ad agencies and the ultimate source of money -- brand managers and consumers.

Hollywood sees the writing on the wall, and so 1,950 devoted executives from multiple industries and around the world converged for the sixteenth year in southern California at the Digital Hollywood conference. Held just after the Emmy Awards, one of the major concerns on most people's minds was the impact of on demand viewing.

Believe it or not, the digital video recorder (DVR) was first introduced in 1999. That was the first wake up call for Hollywood. The second wake up call was the growing availability of video on demand (VOD) by digital cable service providers. Either way, the consumer is shifting their viewing habits to on demand viewing, skipping ads in the process.

Brand executives own DVRs and digital cable, too. They ask "why should I pay for ads I skip?" These same executives surf the web, and the ads they place there give them relatively precise measurements on "click through" and engagement. They ask "why can't television ads give me the same measurements?"

The ad agencies are getting the message. Money is now beginning to shift to on demand formats, video and interactive web ads, and captive audience theater ads. Meanwhile, television rating companies are feeling the heat from all sides.

The original bad-boy -- the DVR? Some in Hollywood have realized that they can't beat it, so they might as well take advantage of it. Besides, the DVR was not the original ad-skipping technology. The refrigerator, toilet and fast-forward buttons preceded it.

But, the real bad-boy is the pirate. Whether from peer-to-peer networks with ten times the choice of content, or professionals with integrated camcorders in their jackets, a new generation of consumers is growing.

Technology to the rescue
All these issues have been around long enough that companies are now finding solutions to these problems. The solutions come from the same place that gave birth to the problem -- technology. It's not just about ad placement.

Cable companies can do digital ad insertion on VOD programs. DVRs can store interactive ads. Television itself is getting interactive. The new Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI) specification calls for DRM that can trace a camcorder-pirated movie to the exact theater and showing. Secure Managed Copy and Digital Transmission Copy Protection are allowing new ways to keep and send movies where you want them. Portable means of measuring viewing habits are revealing surprises about the consumer.

So, while old business models are feeling rather unsettled these days, new exciting ones are popping up all over the place. The mood at Digital Hollywood was that of nervous excitement.

About DIGDIA
DIGDIA is a strategic analysis and consulting company that specializes in Digital Home markets, the Digital Entertainment value chain and related technologies. Our mission is to help companies find growth opportunities in the Digital Home markets where strategy and technology can make the difference. Reports on Digital Hollywood, Digital Cinema, Digital Cable Ready, Digital Consumer Electronics and other topics may be found at www.digdia.com.

Contact:
Gary Sasaki
DIGDIA
408-981-2288

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New Patents Lift Speedline Technologies' Total Above 400; Company Continues Aggressive Drive for Innovation

As the recent award of seven new U.S. patents lifts Speedline Technologies' total above 400, the company continues its aggressive drive to innovate and improve the semiconductor manufacturing and PCB assembly processes.

Franklin, Massachusetts – October 3, 2005 – As the recent award of seven new U.S. patents lifts Speedline Technologies' total above 400, the company continues its aggressive drive to innovate and improve the semiconductor manufacturing and PCB assembly processes.

The company announced seven recently awarded patents involving: "Apparatus for Calibrating a Dispensing System;" "Filtration of Flux Contaminants;" "Needle Cleaning System;" "Reflow Soldering Apparatus and Method for Selective Infrared Heating;" "Selective Gas Knife for Wave Soldering;" "System and Method for Controlling a Conveyor System Configuration to Accommodate Different Size Substrates;" and "System and Method for Detecting Defects in Printed Solder Paste."

Of the more than 400 patents awarded to Speedline over the past 50 years, more than 150 are active. In addition, there are another 90 patents pending. All represent the creation of dramatic new technologies as well as continued improvements in existing systems.

“At Speedline Technologies, 'process knowledge leader' is more than a positioning statement – it is our vision and passion,” said Dr. Gerald Pham-Van-Diep, Director of Advanced Development. “But even more importantly, our commitment extends past the R&D process – through implementation.”

Patented Speedline industry innovations: include Look up and down vision probe technology; Parallel processing within the printer; Inspection techniques within printers and dispensers; Pressurized printing technologies; Accurate dispensing technologies; Reflow and flux management techniques; and Debridging techniques in wave soldering machines.

“Just this year, the rollout of Speedline's next-generation MPM Accela printer, introducing breakthrough parallel processing technology, and the Xyflex Pro+ dispensing system, featuring a 30% increased speed rating and twice the accuracy of traditional systems, represent more than a dozen awarded and pending patents,” he noted. “Regardless of the process, we always see opportunity for improvement. And if the traditional approach does not fully serve our intentions, then we'll create a new viewpoint for a new approach.

“Our vast array of intellectual property is perhaps our most strategic asset” Dr. Pham-Van-Diep said. “The benefits directly accrue to our customers -- electronics manufacturers balancing emerging technologies, shifting markets, and lead-free mandates. For them, through our innovation, we deliver enhanced throughput and improved development, yields, production and quality.”

If the patents aren't testament enough to its drive for innovation, Speedline has amassed an impressive collection of industry awards and was named as Frost & Sullivan's “2005 Surface Mount Technology Company of the Year.”

About Speedline Technologies:
Speedline Technologies is the global leader in process knowledge and expertise for the PCB assembly and semiconductor industries. Based in Franklin, Massachusetts, U.S.A., the company markets five best-in-class brands — Accel microelectronics cleaning equipment; Camalot dispensing systems; Electrovert wave soldering, reflow soldering, and cleaning equipment; MPM stencil and screen printing systems; and Protect global services, support, and training solutions. Speedline Technologies is Frost & Sullivan's “2005 Surface Mount Technology Company of the Year.” For more information, on the Net visit http://www.speedlinetech.com or contact Speedline at:
- USA: Speedline Technologies, 16 Forge Park, Franklin, MA 02038 USA, Tel: 1-508-520-0083, Fax: 1-508-520-2288;
- Europe: Speedline Technologies GmbH, Im Gefierth 14, 63303 Dreieich, Germany, Tel: +49 (0)6103/832-0, Fax: +49(0)6103/832-299;
- Asia: Speedline Technologies Asia Pte Ltd, 150 Kampong Ampat, #05-08 KA Centre, Singapore 368324, Tel: 65-6286-6635, Fax: 65-6289-9411.

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Buying DVD players Online at a Great Discount Was Never Easier Than it is Today

Buying DVD players Online was never easier than it is today. This helpful guide will show you what to look for when you're ready for your next DVD player, and how to get it at a great discount.

(PRWEB) October 3, 2005 -- When it's time to buy a DVD player, it is now easier than ever to make that purchase Online.

A brief description of DVD players: DVD players get their name from the type of disc they most commonly play. This is called a digital video disc, or by its more common abbreviation, DVD.

These discs are 4.75 inches in diameter and can store an astounding 8.5 gigabytes of data on one side. This is roughly 133 minutes of video.

DVD players are extremely versatile and can not only play movies, they can also play CDs, MP3-encoded CD-Rs (CD-Readable) and CD-RWs (CD-Rewriteable), and video CDs.

Some tips for buying DVD players: DVD players can range in price from as low as $100 for a basic model from a lesser known manufacturer, to upwards of more than $1,000 for a top-of-the-line DVD player.

Breaking the bank to purchase a DVD player isn't necessary to get the best features. In fact, lower end DVD players can feature high-end quality. That $100 DVD player may usually offer high-speed forward and reverse scanning, digital audio and video outputs, and the ability to play multiple disc formats.

Of course, the more expensive the DVD player, the more features it can offer. For example, in the $200 to $400 range, you'll find DVD players that offer progressive scan (for HDTV compatibility), 5.1 channel stereo outputs, built in Dolby Digital Decoders, and top quality audio and video processors.

Then there are the top-of-the-line DVD players in the over $1,000 range. In this price range, a DVD player will include all of the aforementioned features, plus it can include the best hardware and design available, such as copper shielded chassis to protect the device from all the other equipment in your home theater rack.

Currently, manufacturers are bringing out new models each year, but the basic hardware stays about the same. Until technology improves, what is happening is that DVD player prices continue to drop which is a boon to the consumer.

It is now possible for the consumer on a tight budget to get excellent deals, especially on soon to be discontinued models that have all the features one is looking for, but without the premium price of a newer model.

Purchasing low-priced DVD players Online can be easily achieved by going to such Internet stores that specialize in discounted, overstocked, or discontinued items. By visiting such websites as www.Overstock.com, or www.Ebay.com, the savvy shopper can get a choice DVD player at a greatly reduced price.

If the consumer feels more comfortable shopping for their next DVD player at a store that specializes specifically in discounted electronics, they can visit www.Etronics.com, or www.Get-DVD-Players-Online.com, and easily purchase a DVD player for as little as $40.

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Portable Digital Audio Players: Moving to the Beat of a Booming Market

Worldwide unit shipments of portable audio players (HDD and solid-state) will reach 104 million units in 2009, up from 27.8 million units in 2004, representing a CAGR of 30 .2% between 2004 and 2009.

Dublin (PRWEB) October 3, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25069) has announced the addition of Portable Digital Audio Players: Moving to the Beat of a Booming Market to their offering.

Worldwide unit shipments of portable audio players (HDD and solid-state) will reach 104 million units in 2009, up from 27.8 million units in 2004, representing a CAGR of 30 .2% between 2004 and 2009. Drivers for this booming market include falling prices, the availability of legitimate subscription and pay-per-download online music sites, smaller hard disk drives, and increasing Flash memory capacities. Due to increased competition, vendors are striving to differentiate products by offering a wide range of price points, memory capacities and features. As a result, we will see further segmentation in the portable audio player market.

The hard disk drive (HDD) digital audio player segment is sub-divided into two categories: the microdrive segment and the 1.8-inch segment. In addition, the Flash-based MP3 player market is examined by two segments: the less than 1 GB Flash-based players and the 1 GB or more Flash-based players. It is believed the Flash-based MP3 players will lead in unit shipments, but HDD player sales are driving revenue growth.

This latest report, Portable Digital Audio Players: Moving to the Beat of a Booming Market includes results of a consumer survey about MP3 player ownership, profiles of leading portable audio player manufacturers and suppliers as well as forecasts for portable audio player shipments and revenue.

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25069

Laura Wood
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First International Digital Broadens Its Popular irock! MP3 Player Line

MP3ez is a simple, cost-effective MP3 player for first time buyers and children of all ages. The device features 128MB of built-in memory, which can be expanded to 2GB with an optional memory card. MSRP is $39.99.

Chicago (PRWEB) October 3, 2005 -- First International Digital, Inc. (FID), maker of the popular irock!®, Beamit™ and MusiCaseTM series of digital audio devices and iPod® accessories, today introduced its MP3ez™ digital music player (Model 930).

Designed with simplicity and flexibility in mind, MP3ez is an ideal solution for first time MP3 player buyers and children of all ages. The device offers simple, straightforward operation, with no additional software required to install for Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

MP3ez features 128MB of built-in memory, holding more than 30 songs. With an optional memory card, MP3ez can be expanded to 2GB, carrying more than 500 songs.

“An increasing number of parents are purchasing MP3 players for their children,” said Sonia Soto, FID’s Internet and Marketing Manager. “MP3ez is an ideal choice for this demographic due to its ease-of-use, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.”

MP3ez includes one pair of earbud earphones with neck strap, a user’s manual, and a USB cable. The device is powered by one AAA battery. MP3ez is $39.99 (MSRP). For more information, visit www.myirock.com.

About First International Digital
FID, or First International Digital, Inc., (www.fidinc.com), develops and markets the popular irock!®, Beamit™ and MusiCaseTM series of digital audio devices and iPod® accessories. As a Motorola spin-off with nearly 100 multimedia patents, FID is known for its innovative, high quality consumer electronics. FID products are available at leading retail outlets as well as at www.myirock.com. The company is headquartered near Chicago.

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Microboards to Distribute Pioneer Displays

Pioneer plasmas noted for clarity, contrast and technical features.

Chanhassen, MN (PRWEB) October 2, 2005 -- Microboards announced today that they now distribute Pioneer’s line of high-end plasma displays. Pioneer Plasma screens are the display of choice for thousands of professional facilities, boardrooms, retail, and recreational installations.

“Pioneer’s plasma screens are ahead of their time,” said Mitch Ackmann, Microboards President and COO. “Pioneer’s dedication to innovation is even more apparent in their displays, noted worldwide for their stunning visual clarity and contrast.”

“Microboards and Pioneer have been partners for a long time, and Microboards has been a leader in the CD/DVD industry for content distribution solutions,” said Dee Sproule of Pioneer. “With the stunning acceptance of DVD video and Microboards role in content distribution on DVD, it makes sense that Microboards would be successful with high-quality display devices as well.”

Microboards, best known for their history as an innovator in DVD/CD duplicators and publishers, also carries the Pioneer lines of DVD recorders and authoring solutions, as well as Pioneer’s professional-grade DVD playback devices. “This gives us an end-to-end solution for creating, duplicating, and displaying content throughout an organization,” says Ackmann.

Pioneer Plasma’s cutting edge reputation in visual technology is furthered by advanced technical capacity. The Plasma series has video wall expansion capability, allowing users to create a video wall with four screens (2x2), as well as the ability to make the display a touch-screen for interactive content.

The displays come in various sizes from 42 to 61 inches, with list pricing ranging between $5,995 and $19,995. Microboards carries the full line of accessories, including speakers, mounts, and video cards. The full line of Pioneer products are immediately available through Microboards channel of resellers and integrators.

About Microboards
Microboards has been the industry leader in distribution and development of CD Recordable technology systems since 1989. Other historical highlights include the introduction of the first CD recorders and media in the United States, as well as the introduction of the first CD and DVD duplicators. Microboards is headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota with manufacturing facilities in Salida California. Microboards is represented internationally by its offices in London, UK and Tokyo, Japan and by authorized resellers around the world.

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Wildcat Communications has Completed its Acquisition of K&B Electronics, Expanding its Portfolio of Popular-Brand Wireless Accessory and Peripheral Elecronics Companies

K & B’s retail & wholesale business to offer broad product options.

Agoura Hills, CA (PRWEB) October 1, 2005 -- David Bleeden, president of Agoura Hills-based Wildcat Communications Group, has announced Wildcats’ acquisition of K & B Electronics, based in Mesa, Arizona, for an undisclosed amount. The move coincides with Wildcat’s continuing strategy of growth through acquisition of mobile communications accessories and peripherals companies, a strategy that helped double the company’s sales in 2004.

Wildcat controls a variety of targeted Websites such as Cellular Blowout (www.cellular-blowout.com) that ensure one of the largest selections of wireless and electronics products in the world.

K&B Electronics (www.kb-electronics.com) has a well-developed retail and wholesale business with a wide customer base ranging serving consumer, corporate, government and education markets.

Bleeden is an aggressive business builder having had success with Naked Juice & Rhinotek Computer Products. Bleeden’s strategy with Wildcat is to create a platform company: "With KB, we pick up about 7,000 new products to add to our catalog. Additionally, we will integrate our wholesale division allowing us to cross-sell a variety of electronic products."

Bleeden was president of Carson-based Rhinotek Consumer Products, having led its growth over the past six years from $25 million to $45 million. Bleeden was also co-founder of Naked Juice, which pioneered the bottled juice industry, and was acquired by Chiquita Brand in the 1980s.

For information call The Wildcat Group at 888-922-4835 or log on to www.wildcatcellular.com.

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“Today’s Family” to feature 1Num, Inc.

For $5.95 a month it offers a service that connects all your numbers to one account.

Deerfield Beach, FL (PRWEB) October 1, 2005 -- Platinum Television Group is pleased to announce the selection of 1Num, Inc. for its innovative, educational television series, Today’s Family. The company will be featured in a segment on “Staying Connected with the Family” as part of the Lifestyles Series.

Have you ever imagined how much simpler your life could be if you didn’t have so many numbers in it? There’s the home phone, cell phone, fax, beeper, work number, etc. An Indiana company, 1Num, Inc., has done just that—for $5.95 a month it offers a service that connects all your numbers to one account. The service rings up to five numbers till it locates you, then you choose on which phone to take the call. Each account can receive faxes, and comes with a full- featured voicemail account to store and retrieve messages from a phone or email. The number is even transferable if you relocate, thus saving the agony of relearning all those numbers.

1Num has developed a Service Creation Environment which allows quick and easy manipulation of features to meet the specific needs of customers at an enterprise, department or individual level. The Service Creation Environment also allows different Class of Service offerings within an enterprise, again insuring the right features are targeted towards the right users
Today’s world offers many challenges and emergencies: People need to be accessible to friends, family, business associates at times when power or phone service may be out. The need for and usefulness of this type of service is obvious.

This new service features: Dynamic real-time call control via the total control voice and web portal; a nationwide calling area with local numbers in 50 markets and more to come quickly; true, unified messaging into an email account of your choosing. Receive fax, voice messages and email in one location.

In order to spread the word about this service, 1Num encourages resellers, who focus on selling. The company handles account setup, customer service and billing. A reseller will be paid monthly when commissions reach $10. Each new customer earns the reseller a recurring monthly residual commission and other monthly sales incentives. Resellers range in size from small kiosk operations to cellular carriers.

About 1Num Technology
With headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, 1Num Technology specializes in communication encapsulation enabling subscribers with a single contact number. The Company's has both family and business service plans. The Company's has phone numbers in 130 local markets and 20 states. 1Num also sells its services via resellers, agents and through the Internet. For more information about 1Num Technology, call 678.608.1000, or visit the Company's Web site at http://www.1num.com/.

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